Numbers 7:32
Numbers 7:32 in Multiple Translations
one gold dish weighing ten shekels, filled with incense;
One golden spoon 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
A golden incense cup of ten shekels, full of incense,
one golden spoon of ten [shekels], full of perfume;
one golden ladle of ten shekels, full of incense;
One golden spoon of ten shekels , full of incense:
A little mortar of gold weighing ten sides full of incense:
Berean Amplified Bible — Numbers 7:32
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Numbers 7:32 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 7:32
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 7:32
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Context — Offerings of Dedication
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;
33one young bull, one ram, and one male lamb a year old for a burnt offering; 34one male goat for a sin offering;Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Psalms 66:15 | I will offer You fatlings as burnt offerings, with the fragrant smoke of rams; I will offer bulls and goats. Selah |
| 2 | Luke 1:10 | And at the hour of the incense offering, the whole congregation was praying outside. |
| 3 | Revelation 8:3 | Then another angel, who had a golden censer, came and stood at the altar. He was given much incense to offer, along with the prayers of all the saints, on the golden altar before the throne. |
| 4 | Malachi 1:11 | For My name will be great among the nations, from where the sun rises to where it sets. In every place, incense and pure offerings will be presented in My name, because My name will be great among the nations,” says the LORD of Hosts. |
Numbers 7:32 Summary
In Numbers 7:32, we see the Israelites offering a gold dish filled with incense as part of their worship. This dish represents the prayers and worship of the people, and the incense symbolizes the sweet fragrance of their offerings to God (Revelation 8:3-4). Just like the Israelites, we can offer our prayers and worship to God in a meaningful way, making them a pleasing sacrifice to Him (Romans 12:1). By prioritizing prayer and worship, we can make our lives a sweet fragrance to God, just like the incense in the gold dish.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of the gold dish in Numbers 7:32?
The gold dish filled with incense symbolizes the prayers and worship of the people, as seen in Revelation 8:3-4, where incense represents the prayers of the saints. This dish was a vital part of the offerings, highlighting the importance of prayer in our worship.
Why was the gold dish weighed in shekels?
The use of shekels as a unit of weight and currency in the Bible, such as in Exodus 30:13, emphasizes the value and worth of the items being offered to God, demonstrating the seriousness and thoughtfulness of the Israelites' worship.
How does this verse relate to our personal worship today?
Just as the Israelites carefully prepared their offerings, we should also approach our worship with thoughtfulness and intention, as seen in Romans 12:1, where we are called to offer our bodies as living sacrifices, holy and pleasing to God.
What can we learn from the use of incense in this verse?
The incense in the gold dish represents the sweet fragrance of our prayers and worship, as seen in Psalm 141:2, where David asks for his prayer to be like incense before God, teaching us to prioritize prayer and worship in our daily lives.
Reflection Questions
- What does the gold dish filled with incense represent in my own life, and how can I offer my prayers and worship to God in a more meaningful way?
- How can I, like the Israelites, prepare my heart and life to be a pleasing offering to God, as described in 2 Corinthians 7:1?
- In what ways can I prioritize prayer and worship in my daily life, making them a sweet fragrance to God, as seen in Revelation 5:8?
- What are some practical ways I can offer my life and talents as a living sacrifice to God, as called to in Romans 12:1?
- How does the attention to detail in the Israelites' offerings, such as the weight of the gold dish, challenge me to be more thoughtful and intentional in my own worship?
Gill's Exposition on Numbers 7:32
One golden spoon of ten [shekels], full of incense. [See comments on Numbers 7:14].
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Numbers 7:32
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
Sermons on Numbers 7:32
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John the Baptist by Leonard Ravenhill | This sermon emphasizes the need for a sudden, unexpected visitation of the Holy Spirit to bring revival and transformation. It highlights the importance of seeking Christ above see |
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Let My Prayer Be Set Forth Before You as Incense by Octavius Winslow | Octavius Winslow emphasizes the profound nature of prayer as a sacred act of drawing near to God, likening it to the sweet incense offered at the altar. He explains that true praye |
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Privilege and Power of Prayer by William MacDonald | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the incredible truths found in the Word of God. They use the expression "enough to blow your socks off" to describe the impact of these truth |
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Hannah - an Epoch Making Vessel by Stephen Kaung | This sermon focuses on the story of Hannah from 1 Samuel, highlighting the power of travailing prayer and the importance of being a vessel for God's purposes. It emphasizes the nee |
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The Tabernacle 05 the Altar of Incense by J. Henry Brown | In this sermon, the preacher recounts the story of Jesus sitting by a well and asking a woman for a drink of water. He explains that Jesus offers her living water, which symbolizes |
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River of Destiny Church - Part 2 by Brian Guerin | Brian Guerin emphasizes the transformative power of God's glory and the importance of being set apart for Him in his sermon 'River of Destiny Church - Part 2.' He encourages the co |
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Rev. 8:3-5. the All-Fragrant Incense by Horatius Bonar | Horatius Bonar emphasizes the significance of prayer and its connection to divine judgment in his sermon on Revelation 8:3-5. He describes how the angel with the golden censer offe |