Numbers 7:20
Numbers 7:20 in Multiple Translations
one gold dish weighing ten shekels, filled with incense;
One spoon of gold of ten shekels, full of incense:
one golden spoon of ten shekels, full of incense;
One gold spoon of ten shekels, full of spice;
He also presented a gold dish that weighed ten shekels filled with incense. As sacrifices he brought
An incense cup of gold of ten shekels, ful of incense,
one golden spoon of ten [shekels], full of perfume;
one golden ladle of ten shekels, full of incense;
One spoon of gold of ten shekels , full of incense:
A little mortar of gold weighing ten sides full of incense:
Berean Amplified Bible — Numbers 7:20
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Numbers 7:20 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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כַּ֥ף
אַחַ֛ת
עֲשָׂרָ֥ה
זָהָ֖ב
מְלֵאָ֥ה
קְטֹֽרֶת
כַּ֥ף
kaph
H3709
palm
N-fs
אַחַ֛ת
ʼechâd
H259
one
Adj
עֲשָׂרָ֥ה
ʻeser
H6235
ten
Adj
זָהָ֖ב
zâhâb
H2091
gold
N-ms
מְלֵאָ֥ה
mâlêʼ
H4392
full
Adj
קְטֹֽרֶת
qᵉṭôreth
H7004
incense
N-fs
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Hebrew Word Reference — Numbers 7:20
כַּ֥ף
kaph
H3709
"palm"
N-fs
In the Bible, this word refers to the palm of the hand, like in Exodus 29 where it describes the priest's hands being filled with offerings. It can also symbolize power or strength, like in Psalm 16. It's about the hand or its shape.
Definition: : palm/hand 1) palm, hand, sole, palm of the hand, hollow or flat of the hand 1a) palm, hollow or flat of the hand 1b) power 1c) sole (of the foot) 1d) hollow, objects, bending objects, bent objects 1d1) of thigh-joint 1d2) pan, vessel (as hollow) 1d3) hollow (of sling) 1d4) hand-shaped branches or fronds (of palm trees) 1d5) handles (as bent)
Usage: Occurs in 180 OT verses. KJV: branch, [phrase] foot, hand((-ful), -dle, (-led)), hollow, middle, palm, paw, power, sole, spoon. See also: Genesis 8:9; 2 Chronicles 6:13; Psalms 7:4.
אַחַ֛ת
ʼechâd
H259
"one"
Adj
In the Bible, this Hebrew word means one or united, and is used to describe something that is single or unique. It is often translated as one, first, or alone. For example, in Genesis 1:5, God calls the light day and the darkness night, and separates them into one thing from another.
Definition: 1) one (number) 1a) one (number) 1b) each, every 1c) a certain 1d) an (indefinite article) 1e) only, once, once for all 1f) one...another, the one...the other, one after another, one by one 1g) first 1h) eleven (in combination), eleventh (ordinal)
Usage: Occurs in 739 OT verses. KJV: a, alike, alone, altogether, and, any(-thing), apiece, a certain, (dai-) ly, each (one), [phrase] eleven, every, few, first, [phrase] highway, a man, once, one, only, other, some, together, See also: Genesis 1:5; Exodus 36:26; Numbers 7:70.
עֲשָׂרָ֥ה
ʻeser
H6235
"ten"
Adj
This Hebrew word means the number ten, often used in combination with other numbers to describe larger quantities, such as in the story of the ten commandments in Exodus 20. It is commonly translated as 'ten' in the KJV.
Definition: 1) ten 1a) ten 1b) with other numbers Aramaic equivalent: a.sar (עֲשַׂר "ten" H6236)
Usage: Occurs in 157 OT verses. KJV: ten, (fif-, seven-) teen. See also: Genesis 5:14; 1 Kings 6:3; Isaiah 5:10.
זָהָ֖ב
zâhâb
H2091
"gold"
N-ms
Gold is a valuable metal, also used to describe something yellow or brilliant, like oil or a clear sky. It is often mentioned in the Bible as a precious resource.
Definition: 1) gold 1a) as precious metal 1b) as a measure of weight 1c) of brilliance, splendour (fig.) Aramaic equivalent: de.hav (דְּהַב "gold" H1722)
Usage: Occurs in 336 OT verses. KJV: gold(-en), fair weather. See also: Genesis 2:11; Numbers 7:26; 1 Chronicles 28:17.
מְלֵאָ֥ה
mâlêʼ
H4392
"full"
Adj
Full means having no empty space, like a full cup or a full heart. It can also mean a large amount, like a multitude of people.
Definition: 1) full, fulness, that which fills 1a) fully (adv)
Usage: Occurs in 57 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] she that was with child, fill(-ed, -ed with), full(-ly), multitude, as is worth. See also: Genesis 23:9; Deuteronomy 6:11; Psalms 73:10.
קְטֹֽרֶת
qᵉṭôreth
H7004
"incense"
N-fs
Incense refers to a sweet smoke from burning sacrifices, used in worship and perfume. It symbolizes a pleasing aroma to God, found in Leviticus and other books.
Definition: 1) incense, smoke, odour of (burning) sacrifice 1a) sweet smoke of sacrifice 1b) incense 1c) perfume
Usage: Occurs in 58 OT verses. KJV: (sweet) incense, perfume. See also: Exodus 25:6; Numbers 7:50; Psalms 66:15.
Study Notes — Numbers 7:20
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Context — Offerings of Dedication
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;
21one young bull, one ram, and one male lamb a year old for a burnt offering; 22one male goat for a sin offering;Numbers 7:20 Summary
This verse talks about a special gold dish filled with incense, which was used to worship God. The incense represents our prayers rising to God, like in Revelation 8:3-4. Just like the Israelites, we can offer our prayers and worship to God in a way that is pleasing to Him. We can learn from this verse to prioritize our relationship with God and to use our resources to support and participate in worship, just like the leaders of the tribes in Numbers 7, and to remember that our prayers are like incense rising to God (Psalm 141:2).
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of the gold dish in Numbers 7:20?
The gold dish filled with incense represents the prayers and worship of the people, as incense symbolizes prayer rising to God (Revelation 8:3-4, Psalm 141:2).
Why is the weight of the gold dish specified as ten shekels?
The weight of the gold dish, ten shekels, may signify a specific standard or measure for the offerings, emphasizing the importance of precision and obedience in worship (Exodus 30:13, Leviticus 27:25).
How does this verse relate to the overall theme of Numbers 7?
Numbers 7:20 is part of the description of the offerings presented by the leaders of the twelve tribes of Israel, highlighting their unity and commitment to God's worship (Numbers 7:1-89, Deuteronomy 12:10-11).
What can we learn from the use of incense in this verse?
The use of incense in Numbers 7:20 teaches us about the importance of prayer and worship in our relationship with God, as seen in other Bible passages like Luke 1:10 and Acts 10:30-31.
Reflection Questions
- How can I offer my prayers and worship to God in a way that is pleasing to Him, just like the incense in the gold dish?
- What are some ways I can demonstrate my commitment to God's worship in my daily life, just like the leaders of the tribes in Numbers 7?
- How can I balance the physical aspects of worship, like the gold dish and incense, with the spiritual aspects, like prayer and obedience?
- In what ways can I use my resources and abilities to support and participate in the worship of God, just like the Israelites in Numbers 7?
Gill's Exposition on Numbers 7:20
One spoon of gold of ten [shekels], full of incense. [See comments on Numbers 7:14].
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Numbers 7:20
He offered for his offering one silver charger, the weight whereof was an hundred and thirty shekels, one silver bowl of seventy shekels, after the shekel of the sanctuary; both of them full of fine