Numbers 29:16

Verse

Include one male goat as a sin offering, in addition to the regular burnt offering with its grain offering and drink offering.

American Standard Version (1901)

and one he-goat for a sin-offering; besides the continual burnt-offering, the meal-offering thereof, and the drink-offering thereof.

Bible in Basic English

And one he-goat for a sin-offering; in addition to the regular burned offering, and its meal offering, and its drink offering.

Free Bible Version

Also present a male goat as a sin offering in addition to the continual burnt offering with its grain offering and drink offering.

King James (Authorized) Version

And one kid of the goats for a sin offering; beside the continual burnt offering, his meat offering, and his drink offering.

One Unity Resource Bible

and one male goat for a sin offering, besides the continual burnt offering, its meal offering, and its drink offering.

Translation for Translators

Also bring one male goat to be sacrificed to enable me to forgive you for your sins, in addition to the offerings of animals and grain and wine that are completely burned on the altar each day.

Unlocked Literal Bible

You must offer one male goat as a sin offering in addition to the regular burnt offering, its grain offering, and the drink offering with it.

Noah Webster Bible

And one kid of the goats for a sin-offering; besides the continual burnt-offering, his meat-offering, and his drink-offering.

World English Bible

and one male goat for a sin offering, in addition to the continual burnt offering, its meal offering, and its drink offering.

Young's Literal Translation

and one kid of the goats, a sin-offering; apart from the continual burnt-offering, its present, and its libation.

Context

The Feast of Tabernacles

¹⁵and a tenth of an ephah with each of the fourteen lambs.¹⁶Include one male goat as a sin offering, in addition to the regular burnt offering with its grain offering and drink offering.

Summary

In Numbers 29:16, the verse outlines the offerings to be presented on the seventh day of the Feast of Tabernacles. This particular sacrifice consisted of numerous animals, including bulls, rams, and lambs, along with their corresponding grain and drink offerings. The detailed instructions for these sacrifices highlight the importance of obedience and reverence in worshiping God. The Feast of Tabernacles was a significant festival in Israel, commemorating God's provision and protection during the wilderness journey. The offerings symbolized gratitude, dependence on God, and the desire for His continued blessings upon the people.

Commentary