Numbers 7:54
Numbers 7:54 in Multiple Translations
On the eighth day Gamaliel son of Pedahzur, the leader of the Manassites, drew near.
¶ On the eighth day offered Gamaliel the son of Pedahzur, prince of the children of Manasseh:
On the eighth day Gamaliel the son of Pedahzur, prince of the children of Manasseh:
On the eighth day Gamaliel, the son of Pedahzur, chief of the children of Manasseh:
The eighth day Gamaliel, son of Pedahzur, the leader of the tribe of Manasseh, came forward.
The eight day offred Gamliel the sonne of Pedazur, prince of the children of Manasseh.
On the eighth day, the prince of the sons of Manasseh, Gamaliel son of Pedahzur; —
On the eighth day Gamaliel the son of Pedahzur, prince of the children of Manasseh,
On the eighth day offered Gamaliel the son of Pedahzur, prince of the children of Manasseh:
The eighth day the prince of the sons of Manasses, Gamaliel the son of Phadassur,
Berean Amplified Bible — Numbers 7:54
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Numbers 7:54 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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בַּ/יּוֹם֙
הַ/שְּׁמִינִ֔י
נָשִׂ֖יא
לִ/בְנֵ֣י
מְנַשֶּׁ֑ה
גַּמְלִיאֵ֖ל
בֶּן
פְּדָה
צֽוּר
בַּ/יּוֹם֙
yôwm
H3117
day
Prep | N-ms
הַ/שְּׁמִינִ֔י
shᵉmîynîy
H8066
eighth
Art | Adj
נָשִׂ֖יא
nâsîyʼ
H5387
leader
N-ms
לִ/בְנֵ֣י
bên
H1121
son
Prep | N-mp
מְנַשֶּׁ֑ה
Mᵉnashsheh
H4519
Moses
N-proper
גַּמְלִיאֵ֖ל
Gamlîyʼêl
H1583
Gamaliel
N-proper
בֶּן
bên
H1121
son
N-ms
פְּדָה
Pᵉdâhtsûwr
H6301
Pedahzur
N-proper
צֽוּר
Pᵉdâhtsûwr
H6301
Pedahzur
N-proper
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Hebrew Word Reference — Numbers 7:54
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/שְּׁמִינִ֔י
shᵉmîynîy
H8066
"eighth"
Art | Adj
The Hebrew word for eighth, used to describe order or sequence, like the eighth day of a festival. It appears in 1 Kings 12:32 and Ezekiel 46:1. This number signifies completion or fulfillment.
Definition: eighth (ordinal number)
Usage: Occurs in 27 OT verses. KJV: eight. See also: Exodus 22:29; Numbers 29:35; Zechariah 1:1.
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.
מְנַשֶּׁ֑ה
Mᵉnashsheh
H4519
"Moses"
N-proper
Manasseh was a grandson of Jacob and the ancestor of a large tribe in the Bible, mentioned in Genesis 41:51 and throughout the book of Numbers.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Levi living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness, first mentioned at Exo.2.10; son of: Amram (H6019) and Jochebed (H3115); brother of: Aaron (H0175) and Miriam (H4813); married to Zipporah (H6855); father of: Gershom (H1647) and Eliezer (H0461H); also called Manasseh at Jdg.18.30(?) Another name of mo.sheh (מֹשֶׁה "Moses" H4872) § Manasseh = "causing to forget" 1) the eldest son of Joseph and progenitor of the tribe of Manasseh 1a) the tribe descended from Manasseh 1b) the territory occupied by the tribe of Manasseh 2) son of king Hezekiah of Judah and himself king of Judah; he was the immediate and direct cause for the exile 3) a descendant of Pahath-moab who put away a foreign wife in the time of Ezra 4) a descendant of Hashum who put away a foreign wife in the time of Ezra
Usage: Occurs in 133 OT verses. KJV: Manasseh. See also: Genesis 41:51; Joshua 22:21; Psalms 60:9.
גַּמְלִיאֵ֖ל
Gamlîyʼêl
H1583
"Gamaliel"
N-proper
Gamaliel, meaning 'reward of God', was a leader of the tribe of Manasseh in the wilderness. He was the son of Pedahzur and is first mentioned in Numbers 1:10. Gamaliel played a significant role in the Israelites' journey.
Definition: A man living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness, first mentioned at Num.1.10; son of: Pedahzur (H6301) § Gamaliel = "reward of God" son of Pedahzur and the leader of the tribe of Manasseh in the wilderness
Usage: Occurs in 5 OT verses. KJV: Gamaliel. See also: Numbers 1:10; Numbers 7:54; Numbers 10:23.
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.
פְּדָה
Pᵉdâhtsûwr
H6301
"Pedahzur"
N-proper
Pedahzur means the Rock has ransomed, an Israelite and father of Gamaliel, a chief of Manasseh. He is mentioned in Numbers 1:10. Pedahzur lived during the time of the exodus.
Definition: A man living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness, first mentioned at Num.1.10; father of: Gamaliel (H1583) § Pedahzur = "the Rock has ransomed" father of Gamaliel who was the chief of the tribe of Manasseh at the time of the exodus
Usage: Occurs in 5 OT verses. KJV: Pedahzur. See also: Numbers 1:10; Numbers 7:54; Numbers 10:23.
צֽוּר
Pᵉdâhtsûwr
H6301
"Pedahzur"
N-proper
Pedahzur means the Rock has ransomed, an Israelite and father of Gamaliel, a chief of Manasseh. He is mentioned in Numbers 1:10. Pedahzur lived during the time of the exodus.
Definition: A man living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness, first mentioned at Num.1.10; father of: Gamaliel (H1583) § Pedahzur = "the Rock has ransomed" father of Gamaliel who was the chief of the tribe of Manasseh at the time of the exodus
Usage: Occurs in 5 OT verses. KJV: Pedahzur. See also: Numbers 1:10; Numbers 7:54; Numbers 10:23.
Study Notes — Numbers 7:54
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Context — Offerings of Dedication
52one male goat for a sin offering;
53and a peace offering of two oxen, five rams, five male goats, and five male lambs a year old. This was the offering of Elishama son of Ammihud.
54On the eighth day Gamaliel son of Pedahzur, the leader of the Manassites, drew near.
55His 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; 56one gold dish weighing ten shekels, filled with incense;Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Numbers 2:20 | The tribe of Manasseh will be next to it. The leader of the Manassites is Gamaliel son of Pedahzur, |
| 2 | Numbers 1:10 | from the sons of Joseph: from Ephraim, Elishama son of Ammihud, and from Manasseh, Gamaliel son of Pedahzur; |
Numbers 7:54 Summary
[This verse, Numbers 7:54, tells us about Gamaliel, the leader of the Manassites, who came to present an offering on the eighth day, as part of the dedication of the altar, as seen in Numbers 7:1-3. He was following God's instructions, just like Moses did in Exodus 40:16. By doing so, Gamaliel showed his commitment to God and set an example for his tribe. We can learn from his faithfulness and obedience, and strive to follow God's instructions in our own lives, just as it is written in Joshua 1:8.]
Frequently Asked Questions
Who was Gamaliel son of Pedahzur?
Gamaliel son of Pedahzur was the leader of the Manassites, one of the twelve tribes of Israel, as mentioned in Numbers 7:54. We can learn more about the leaders of the tribes in Numbers 1:1-16.
What is the significance of the eighth day in Numbers 7:54?
The eighth day marked the final day of offerings from the leaders of the twelve tribes of Israel, as described in Numbers 7:1-89. This day was significant because it followed the seven days of consecration for the altar, as seen in Numbers 7:1-3.
Why did the leaders of the tribes, like Gamaliel, bring offerings?
The leaders brought offerings to dedicate the altar, as commanded by God in Numbers 7:1-3, and to demonstrate their commitment to following God's instructions, as seen in Exodus 40:16 and Leviticus 8:1-4.
What can we learn from Gamaliel's example in Numbers 7:54?
We can learn about the importance of obedience and leadership from Gamaliel's example, as he faithfully followed God's instructions and represented his tribe, much like the examples of faithfulness seen in Hebrews 11:1-40.
Reflection Questions
- What does it mean to 'draw near' to God, as Gamaliel did, and how can I apply this to my own life?
- How can I, like Gamaliel, demonstrate my commitment to following God's instructions in my daily life?
- What are some ways I can show leadership and faithfulness in my own community, just as Gamaliel did for the Manassites?
- What can I learn from the example of the leaders of the tribes in Numbers 7:1-89, and how can I apply these lessons to my own walk with God?
Gill's Exposition on Numbers 7:54
On the eighth day [offered] Gamaliel the son of Pedahzur, prince of the children of Manasseh. See Numbers 1:10.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Numbers 7:54
His offering was 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 flour