Numbers 7:30
Numbers 7:30 in Multiple Translations
On the fourth day Elizur son of Shedeur, the leader of the Reubenites, drew near.
¶ On the fourth day Elizur the son of Shedeur, prince of the children of Reuben, did offer:
On the fourth day Elizur the son of Shedeur, prince of the children of Reuben:
On the fourth day Elizur, the son of Shedeur, chief of the children of Reuben:
The fourth day Elizur, son of Shedeur, the leader of the tribe of Reuben, came forward.
The fourth day Elizur ye sonne of Shedeur prince of the children of Reuben offred.
On the fourth day, Elizur, son of Shedeur, prince of the sons of Reuben; —
On the fourth day Elizur the son of Shedeur, prince of the children of Reuben,
On the fourth day Elizur the son of Shedeur, prince of the children of Reuben, offered :
The fourth day the prince of the sons of Ruben, Elisur the son of Sedeur,
Berean Amplified Bible — Numbers 7:30
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Numbers 7:30 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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בַּ/יּוֹם֙
הָ/רְבִיעִ֔י
נָשִׂ֖יא
לִ/בְנֵ֣י
רְאוּבֵ֑ן
אֱלִיצ֖וּר
בֶּן
שְׁדֵיאֽוּר
בַּ/יּוֹם֙
yôwm
H3117
day
Prep | N-ms
הָ/רְבִיעִ֔י
rᵉbîyʻîy
H7243
fourth
Art | Adj
נָשִׂ֖יא
nâsîyʼ
H5387
leader
N-ms
לִ/בְנֵ֣י
bên
H1121
son
Prep | N-mp
רְאוּבֵ֑ן
Rᵉʼûwbên
H7205
Reuben
N-proper
אֱלִיצ֖וּר
ʼĔlîytsûwr
H468
Elizur
N-proper
בֶּן
bên
H1121
son
N-ms
שְׁדֵיאֽוּר
Shᵉdêyʼûwr
H7707
Shedeur
N-proper
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Hebrew Word Reference — Numbers 7:30
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.
הָ/רְבִיעִ֔י
rᵉbîyʻîy
H7243
"fourth"
Art | Adj
This Hebrew word means fourth, and is used to describe something that is four-sided or divided into four parts, like a square or a quarter.
Definition: 1) fourth 1a) fourth 1b) four square 1c) fourth part Aramaic equivalent: re.vi.ay (רְבִיעִי "fourth" H7244)
Usage: Occurs in 53 OT verses. KJV: foursquare, fourth (part). See also: Genesis 1:19; 1 Chronicles 8:2; Jeremiah 25:1.
נָשִׂ֖יא
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.
לִ/בְנֵ֣י
bên
H1121
"son"
Prep | N-mp
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.
רְאוּבֵ֑ן
Rᵉʼûwbên
H7205
"Reuben"
N-proper
Reuben was the firstborn son of Jacob and Leah, and the ancestor of the tribe of Reuben. He is mentioned in Genesis as the brother of Simeon, Levi, and Judah, and the father of Hanoch and Pallu.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Reuben living at the time of the Patriarchs, first mentioned at Gen.29.32; son of: Israel (H3478) and Leah (H3812); brother of: Simeon (H8095), Levi (H3878), Judah (H3063), Issachar (H3485), Zebulun (H2074) and Dinah (H1783); half-brother of: Dan (H1835H), Naphtali (H5321), Gad (H1410), Asher (H0836), Joseph (H3130) and Benjamin (H1144); father of: Hanoch (H2585J), Pallu (H6396), Hezron (H2696) and Carmi (H3756) § Reuben = "behold a son" 1) the eldest son of Jacob by Leah 2) the tribe descended from Reuben 3) the territory inhabited by the tribe of Reuben
Usage: Occurs in 68 OT verses. KJV: Reuben. See also: Genesis 29:32; Deuteronomy 27:13; Ezekiel 48:31.
אֱלִיצ֖וּר
ʼĔlîytsûwr
H468
"Elizur"
N-proper
Elizur was a leader of the Reuben tribe, mentioned in Numbers 1:5 and 2:10, who lived during the time of Moses and the wilderness journey. His name means 'my God is a rock' or 'Rock is God'.
Definition: A man living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness, first mentioned at Num.1.5; son of: Shedeur (H7707) § Elizur = "my God is a rock" or "Rock is God" a chief of Reuben in the wilderness
Usage: Occurs in 5 OT verses. KJV: Elizur. See also: Numbers 1:5; Numbers 7:30; Numbers 10:18.
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.
שְׁדֵיאֽוּר
Shᵉdêyʼûwr
H7707
"Shedeur"
N-proper
Shedeur was an Israelite living during the time of the Exodus, and his name means darter of light. He was the father of Elizur, a chief of the tribe of Reuben. Shedeur is mentioned in Numbers 1:5.
Definition: A man living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness, first mentioned at Num.1.5; father of: Elizur (H0468) § Shedeur = "darter of light" father of Elizur, chief of the tribe of Reuben at the time of the exodus
Usage: Occurs in 5 OT verses. KJV: Shedeur. See also: Numbers 1:5; Numbers 7:30; Numbers 10:18.
Study Notes — Numbers 7:30
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Context — Offerings of Dedication
28one male goat for a sin offering;
29and a peace offering of two oxen, five rams, five male goats, and five male lambs a year old. This was the offering of Eliab son of Helon.
30On the fourth day Elizur son of Shedeur, the leader of the Reubenites, drew near.
31His offering 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; 32one gold dish weighing ten shekels, filled with incense;Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Numbers 1:5 | These are the names of the men who are to assist you: From the tribe of Reuben, Elizur son of Shedeur; |
| 2 | Numbers 2:10 | On the south side, the divisions of Reuben are to camp under their standard: The leader of the Reubenites is Elizur son of Shedeur, |
Numbers 7:30 Summary
[Numbers 7:30 tells us that Elizur, the leader of the Reubenites, came to present his tribe's offerings to God on the fourth day. This shows us the importance of leadership and representation before God, just like Jesus represents us before God the Father (Romans 8:34). We can learn from Elizur's example by being faithful leaders and representatives in our own communities, and by coming before God in worship and prayer, just like the Reubenites did in Numbers 7.]
Frequently Asked Questions
Who was Elizur son of Shedeur?
Elizur son of Shedeur was the leader of the Reubenites, one of the twelve tribes of Israel, as mentioned in Numbers 7:30, and he was also listed among the leaders of the tribes in Numbers 1:5 and Numbers 10:18.
What was the significance of the fourth day in the context of Numbers 7:30?
The fourth day likely refers to the fourth day of the twelve days of offerings and sacrifices described in Numbers 7, where each tribe's leader presented their offerings to God, as seen in Numbers 7:12-83.
What can we learn from the Reubenites' leader, Elizur, in Numbers 7:30?
We can learn about the importance of leadership and representation, as Elizur represented his tribe before God, similar to how Jesus Christ represents us before God the Father, as seen in Romans 8:34 and Hebrews 7:25.
Reflection Questions
- What does it mean to 'draw near' to God, as Elizur did in Numbers 7:30, and how can I apply this to my own life?
- In what ways can I, like Elizur, represent my family, church, or community before God in prayer and worship?
- How does the concept of leadership and representation in Numbers 7:30 relate to my own role as a leader or follower in my community?
- What can I learn from the example of Elizur and the Reubenites about the importance of corporate worship and sacrifice, as described in Numbers 7?
Gill's Exposition on Numbers 7:30
On the fourth day Elizur the son of Shedeur, prince of the children of Reuben, [did offer]. See Numbers 1:5.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Numbers 7:30
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