Numbers 7:18
Numbers 7:18 in Multiple Translations
On the second day Nethanel son of Zuar, the leader of Issachar, drew near.
¶ On the second day Nethaneel the son of Zuar, prince of Issachar, did offer:
On the second day Nethanel the son of Zuar, prince of Issachar, did offer:
On the second day Nethanel, the son of Zuar, chief of Issachar, made his offering:
The second day Nethanel, son of Zuar, the leader of the tribe of Issachar, came forward.
The second day Nethaneel, the sonne of Zuar, prince of the tribe of Issachar did offer:
On the second day hath Nethaneel son of Zuar, prince of Issachar, brought near.
On the second day Nethanel the son of Zuar, prince of Issachar, gave his offering.
On the second day Nethaneel the son of Zuar, prince of Issachar, offered.
The second day Nathanael the son of Suar, prince of the tribe of Issachar, made his offering,
Berean Amplified Bible — Numbers 7:18
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Numbers 7:18 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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בַּ/יּוֹם֙
הַ/שֵּׁנִ֔י
הִקְרִ֖יב
נְתַנְאֵ֣ל
בֶּן
צוּעָ֑ר
נְשִׂ֖יא
יִשָּׂשכָֽר
בַּ/יּוֹם֙
yôwm
H3117
day
Prep | N-ms
הַ/שֵּׁנִ֔י
shênîy
H8145
second
Art | Adj
הִקְרִ֖יב
qârab
H7126
to present
V-Hiphil-Perf-3ms
נְתַנְאֵ֣ל
Nᵉthanʼêl
H5417
Nethanel
N-proper
בֶּן
bên
H1121
son
N-ms
צוּעָ֑ר
Tsûwʻâr
H6686
Zuar
N-proper
נְשִׂ֖יא
nâsîyʼ
H5387
leader
N-ms
יִשָּׂשכָֽר
Yissâˢkâr
H3485
Issachar
N-proper
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Hebrew Word Reference — Numbers 7:18
בַּ/יּוֹם֙
yôwm
H3117
"day"
Prep | N-ms
The Hebrew word 'yom' refers to a day, which can be a literal 24-hour period or a figurative space of time. It is used in the Bible to describe a wide range of time periods, from a single day to a year or a lifetime. The word 'yom' is used in many different contexts throughout the Bible.
Definition: : day/when/time/period 1) day, time, year 1a) day (as opposed to night) 1b) day (24 hour period) 1b1) as defined by evening and morning in Genesis 1 1b2) as a division of time 1b2a) a working day, a day's journey 1c) days, lifetime (pl.) 1d) time, period (general) 1e) year 1f) temporal references 1f1) today 1f2) yesterday 1f3) tomorrow
Usage: Occurs in 1930 OT verses. KJV: age, [phrase] always, [phrase] chronicals, continually(-ance), daily, ((birth-), each, to) day, (now a, two) days (agone), [phrase] elder, [idiom] end, [phrase] evening, [phrase] (for) ever(-lasting, -more), [idiom] full, life, as (so) long as (... live), (even) now, [phrase] old, [phrase] outlived, [phrase] perpetually, presently, [phrase] remaineth, [idiom] required, season, [idiom] since, space, then, (process of) time, [phrase] as at other times, [phrase] in trouble, weather, (as) when, (a, the, within a) while (that), [idiom] whole ([phrase] age), (full) year(-ly), [phrase] younger. See also: Genesis 1:5; Genesis 33:13; Exodus 23:15.
הַ/שֵּׁנִ֔י
shênîy
H8145
"second"
Art | Adj
In the Bible, this Hebrew word means second or again, like when Moses went up Mount Sinai a second time in Exodus 24:15-18. It can also mean another or something distinct.
Definition: 1) second 1a) second (the ordinal number) 1b) again (a second time) 1c) another, other (something as distinct from something else)
Usage: Occurs in 152 OT verses. KJV: again, either (of them), (an-) other, second (time). See also: Genesis 1:8; 1 Kings 6:1; Isaiah 11:11.
הִקְרִ֖יב
qârab
H7126
"to present"
V-Hiphil-Perf-3ms
To approach or come near someone or something, often with a sense of purpose or intention, like Moses approaching the burning bush in Exodus 3:5. This word can also mean to bring someone or something near, as in presenting an offering to God.
Definition: : come/approach 1) to come near, approach, enter into, draw near 1a) (Qal) to approach, draw near 1b) (Niphal) to be brought near 1c) (Piel) to cause to approach, bring near, cause to draw near 1d) (Hiphil) to bring near, bring, present
Usage: Occurs in 263 OT verses. KJV: (cause to) approach, (cause to) bring (forth, near), (cause to) come (near, nigh), (cause to) draw near (nigh), go (near), be at hand, join, be near, offer, present, produce, make ready, stand, take. See also: Genesis 12:11; Leviticus 22:22; 1 Samuel 10:21.
נְתַנְאֵ֣ל
Nᵉthanʼêl
H5417
"Nethanel"
N-proper
Nethanel was a chief of the tribe of Issachar and his name means 'given of God', as noted in the book of Numbers and 1 Chronicles.
Definition: A man living at the time of Exile and Return, only mentioned at Neh.12.36; son of: Jonathan (H3129K); brother of: Zechariah (H2148Z), Shemaiah (H8098V), Azarel (H5832J), Milalai (H4450), Gilalai (H1562), Maai (H4597), Judah (H3063K) and Hanani (H2607K) § Nethaneel = "given of God" 1) son of Zuar and a chief of the tribe of Issachar at the exodus 2) the 4th son of Jesse and a brother of David 3) a priest in the reign of David who blew the trumpet before the ark when it was brought from the house of Obed-edom 4) a representative of the priestly family of Jedaiah in the time of Joiakim 5) a priest of the family of Pashur who had a foreign wife in the time of Ezra 6) a Levite, father of Shemaiah the scribe in the reign of David 7) a Levite, son of Obed-edom 8) a chief of the Levites in the reign of king Josiah of Judah 9) a prince of Judah in the reign of king Jehoshaphat of Judah who was sent by the king to teach in the cities of the kingdom 10) a Levite of the sons of Asaph who played a musical instrument at the dedication of the wall of Jerusalem 10a) perhaps the same as 5
Usage: Occurs in 14 OT verses. KJV: Nethaneel. See also: Numbers 1:8; 1 Chronicles 24:6; Nehemiah 12:36.
בֶּן
bên
H1121
"son"
N-ms
In the Bible, this word means a son or descendant, and can also refer to a grandson, nation, or quality. It appears in 1 Chronicles 24, describing a Levite named Beno. The word is used to show family relationships and inheritance.
Definition: : child/son
Usage: Occurs in 3653 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] afflicted, age, (Ahoh-) (Ammon-) (Hachmon-) (Lev-) ite, (anoint-) ed one, appointed to, ([phrase]) arrow, (Assyr-) (Babylon-) (Egypt-) (Grec-) ian, one born, bough, branch, breed, [phrase] (young) bullock, [phrase] (young) calf, [idiom] came up in, child, colt, [idiom] common, [idiom] corn, daughter, [idiom] of first, [phrase] firstborn, foal, [phrase] very fruitful, [phrase] postage, [idiom] in, [phrase] kid, [phrase] lamb, ([phrase]) man, meet, [phrase] mighty, [phrase] nephew, old, ([phrase]) people, [phrase] rebel, [phrase] robber, [idiom] servant born, [idiom] soldier, son, [phrase] spark, [phrase] steward, [phrase] stranger, [idiom] surely, them of, [phrase] tumultuous one, [phrase] valiant(-est), whelp, worthy, young (one), youth. See also: Genesis 3:16; Genesis 23:3; Genesis 34:18.
צוּעָ֑ר
Tsûwʻâr
H6686
"Zuar"
N-proper
Zuar was an Israelite who lived during the time of Moses and the Exodus. He was the father of Nethanel, a leader of the tribe of Issachar. Zuar's name means littleness.
Definition: A man living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness, first mentioned at Num.1.8; father of: Nethanel (H5417) § Zuar = "littleness" father of Nethaneel, the chief of the tribe of Issachar at the time of the exodus and an assistant of Moses
Usage: Occurs in 5 OT verses. KJV: Zuar. See also: Numbers 1:8; Numbers 7:18; Numbers 10:15.
נְשִׂ֖יא
nâsîyʼ
H5387
"leader"
N-ms
This word refers to a leader or a high-ranking official, like a king or a captain. It can also describe a rising mist, as seen in Isaiah 60:13. In the Bible, it often symbolizes power and authority.
Definition: one lifted up, chief, prince, captain, leader
Usage: Occurs in 120 OT verses. KJV: captain, chief, cloud, governor, prince, ruler, vapour. See also: Genesis 17:20; Numbers 34:26; Psalms 135:7.
יִשָּׂשכָֽר
Yissâˢkâr
H3485
"Issachar"
N-proper
Issachar means 'there is recompense' and refers to the 9th son of Jacob and the tribe that descended from him. He was the 5th son of Leah, Jacob's first wife. The tribe of Issachar is mentioned in 1 Chronicles and other books.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Levi living at the time of United Monarchy, only mentioned at 1Ch.26.5; son of: Obed-edom (H5654); brother of: Shemaiah (H8098I), Jehozabad (H3075H), Joah (H3098I), Sachar (H7940), Nethanel (H5417K), Ammiel (H5988I) and Peullethai (H6469) § Issachar = "there is recompense" 1) the 9th son of Jacob and the 5th by Leah his first wife and the progenitor of a tribe by his name 2) a Korahite Levite and the 7th son of Obed-edom and doorkeeper to the temple 3) the tribe descended from Issachar the son of Jacob 4) the territory allocated to the descendants of Issachar when they entered the land of Canaan
Usage: Occurs in 40 OT verses. KJV: Issachar. See also: Genesis 30:18; Joshua 19:23; Ezekiel 48:33.
Study Notes — Numbers 7:18
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Context — Offerings of Dedication
16one male goat for a sin offering;
17and a peace offering of two oxen, five rams, five male goats, and five male lambs a year old. This was the offering of Nahshon son of Amminadab.
18On the second day Nethanel son of Zuar, the leader of Issachar, drew near.
19The offering he presented was one silver platter weighing a hundred and thirty shekels, and one silver bowl weighing seventy shekels, both according to the sanctuary shekel and filled with fine flour mixed with oil for a grain offering; 20one gold dish weighing ten shekels, filled with incense;Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Numbers 1:8 | from Issachar, Nethanel son of Zuar; |
| 2 | Numbers 2:5 | The tribe of Issachar will camp next to it. The leader of the Issacharites is Nethanel son of Zuar, |
Numbers 7:18 Summary
In Numbers 7:18, we see Nethanel, the leader of the tribe of Issachar, drawing near to present his offerings to God. This act of worship and obedience shows us the importance of coming before God with humility and reverence, as seen in Psalm 100:4. Just like Nethanel, we can draw near to God through prayer and worship, as described in Hebrews 10:22 and Psalm 95:6. By following Nethanel's example, we can deepen our relationship with God and demonstrate our love and gratitude for His presence in our lives, as seen in John 4:23-24 and Romans 12:1.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who was Nethanel son of Zuar in the Bible?
Nethanel son of Zuar was the leader of the tribe of Issachar, as mentioned in Numbers 7:18, and he played a significant role in the offerings presented to God during the dedication of the altar.
What was the significance of the leaders drawing near on different days?
The leaders drawing near on different days, as seen in Numbers 7:18, symbolized the unity and cooperation among the tribes of Israel, with each tribe having its own day to present offerings to God, as instructed in Numbers 7:1-89.
How does this verse relate to the overall narrative of Numbers 7?
This verse is part of the larger narrative of Numbers 7, which describes the dedication of the altar and the presentation of offerings by the leaders of the twelve tribes of Israel, as commanded by God in Exodus 40:17 and Numbers 7:1-3.
What can we learn from Nethanel's example in this verse?
Nethanel's example in Numbers 7:18 teaches us about the importance of leadership, obedience, and worship, as seen in his faithfulness to present offerings to God, following the example of Nahshon son of Amminadab in Numbers 7:12-17, and ultimately reflecting the heart of God as described in John 4:23-24.
Reflection Questions
- What does it mean to 'draw near' to God, and how can I apply this concept in my own life, as seen in Hebrews 10:22 and Psalm 73:28?
- How does the presentation of offerings by the leaders of the tribes relate to the concept of worship and sacrifice, as described in Romans 12:1 and Hebrews 13:15-16?
- What can I learn from the example of Nethanel and the other leaders in terms of leadership and service, as seen in 1 Timothy 4:12 and Matthew 20:26-28?
- How does this verse contribute to the overall narrative of the book of Numbers, and what does it reveal about God's character, as seen in Numbers 6:24-26 and Psalm 103:1-5?
Gill's Exposition on Numbers 7:18
On the second day Nethaneel the son of Zuar, prince of Issachar, did offer. See Numbers 1:8.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Numbers 7:18
On the second day Nethaneel the son of Zuar, prince of Issachar, did offer: On the second day Nethaneel ... prince of Issachar.
Trapp's Commentary on Numbers 7:18
Numbers 7:18 On the second day Nethaneel the son of Zuar, prince of Issachar, did offer:Ver. 18. On the second day.] Their offerings are severally and largely described; to show how highly accepted in heaven.