Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version As an aroma pleasing to the LORD, offer a burnt offering of one young bull, one ram and seven male lambs a year old, all without defect. New Living Translation On that day you must present a burnt offering as a pleasing aroma to the LORD. It will consist of one young bull, one ram, and seven one-year-old male lambs, all with no defects. English Standard Version and you shall offer a burnt offering, for a pleasing aroma to the LORD: one bull from the herd, one ram, seven male lambs a year old without blemish; Berean Standard Bible As a pleasing aroma to the LORD, you are to present a burnt offering of one young bull, one ram, and seven male lambs a year old, all unblemished, Berean Literal Bible And you⁺ shall offer a burnt offering, a pleasing aroma to YHWH: One bull, a son of the herd, one ram, and seven lambs, sons of a year, unblemished, King James Bible And ye shall offer a burnt offering for a sweet savour unto the LORD; one young bullock, one ram, and seven lambs of the first year without blemish: New King James Version You shall offer a burnt offering as a sweet aroma to the LORD: one young bull, one ram, and seven lambs in their first year, without blemish. New American Standard Bible And you shall offer a burnt offering as a soothing aroma to the LORD: one bull, one ram, and seven male lambs one year old without defect; NASB 1995 You shall offer a burnt offering as a soothing aroma to the LORD: one bull, one ram, and seven male lambs one year old without defect; NASB 1977 ‘And you shall offer a burnt offering as a soothing aroma to the LORD: one bull, one ram, and seven male lambs one year old without defect; Legacy Standard Bible And you shall offer a burnt offering as a soothing aroma to Yahweh: one bull from the herd, one ram, and seven male lambs one year old without blemish; Amplified Bible You shall offer a burnt offering as a sweet and soothing aroma to the LORD: one bull, one ram, and seven male lambs one year old without blemish; Berean Annotated Bible As a pleasing aroma to the LORD {YHWH}, you⁺ are to present a burnt offering of one young bull, one ram, and seven male lambs a year old, all unblemished, Christian Standard Bible Offer a burnt offering as a pleasing aroma to the LORD: one young bull, one ram, seven male lambs a year old—all unblemished— Holman Christian Standard Bible Offer a burnt offering as a pleasing aroma to the LORD: one young bull, one ram, seven male lambs a year old—all unblemished— American Standard Version And ye shall offer a burnt-offering for a sweet savor unto Jehovah: one young bullock, one ram, seven he-lambs a year old without blemish; Contemporary English Version Bring to the altar one bull, one full-grown ram, and seven rams a year old that have nothing wrong with them. And then offer these as sacrifices to please me. English Revised Version And ye shall offer a burnt offering for a sweet savour unto the LORD; one young bullock, one ram, seven he-lambs of the first year without blemish: GOD'S WORD® Translation As a burnt offering, a soothing aroma to the LORD, bring one young bull, one ram, and seven one-year-old lambs that have no defects. Good News Translation Present a burnt offering to the LORD, an odor pleasing to him: one young bull, one ram, and seven one-year-old male lambs, all without any defects. International Standard Version "You are to bring these burnt offerings as a pleasing aroma to the LORD: a one year old young bull, one ram, and seven one year old lambs, all without any defects, NET Bible You must offer a burnt offering as a sweet aroma to the LORD: one young bull, one ram, and seven lambs one year old without blemish. New Heart English Bible You shall offer a burnt offering for a pleasant aroma to the LORD: one young bull, one ram, seven male lambs a year old without blemish; Webster's Bible Translation And ye shall offer a burnt-offering for a sweet savor to the LORD; one young bullock, one ram, and seven lambs of the first year without blemish: Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleAs a pleasing aroma to the LORD, you are to present a burnt offering of one young bull, one ram, and seven male lambs a year old, all unblemished, World English Bible You shall offer a burnt offering for a pleasant aroma to Yahweh: one young bull, one ram, seven male lambs a year old without defect; Literal Translations Literal Standard Versionand you have prepared a burnt-offering for refreshing fragrance to YHWH: one bullock, a son of the herd, one ram, seven lambs, sons of a year, perfect ones; Berean Literal Bible And you⁺ shall offer a burnt offering, a pleasing aroma to YHWH: One bull, a son of the herd, one ram, and seven lambs, sons of a year, unblemished, Young's Literal Translation and ye have prepared a burnt-offering, for sweet fragrance to Jehovah: one bullock, a son of the herd, one ram, seven lambs, sons of a year, perfect ones; Smith's Literal Translation And ye did the burnt-offering for an odor of sweetness to Jehovah; one bullock, the son of a cow, one ram, seven blameless lambs, sons of a year. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd you shall offer a holocaust for a most sweet odour to the Lord, one calf of the herd, one ram and seven lambs of a year old, without blemish. Catholic Public Domain Version And you shall offer a holocaust, as a most sweet odor to the Lord: one calf from the herd, one ram, and seven immaculate one-year-old lambs; New American Bible You will offer a burnt offering for a pleasing aroma to the LORD: one bull of the herd, one ram, and seven unblemished yearling lambs. New Revised Standard Version and you shall offer a burnt offering, a pleasing odor to the LORD: one young bull, one ram, seven male lambs a year old without blemish. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd you shall offer burnt offerings for a sweet savour to the LORD; one young bullock, one ram, and seven lambs of the first year without blemish; Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And make a burning peace offering for a fragrance of savor to LORD JEHOVAH, one bull, son of a herd, one ram and seven lambs, males of a year that have no flaw in them: OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917And ye shall prepare a burnt-offering for a sweet savour unto the LORD: one young bullock, one ram, seven he-lambs of the first year without blemish; Brenton Septuagint Translation And ye shall offer whole-burnt-offerings for a sweet savour to the Lord, one calf of the herd, one ram, seven lambs of a year old without blemish. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context The Feast of Trumpets1“On the first day of the seventh month, you are to hold a sacred assembly, and you must not do any regular work. This will be a day for you to sound the trumpets. 2As a pleasing aroma to the LORD, you are to present a burnt offering of one young bull, one ram, and seven male lambs a year old, all unblemished, 3together with their grain offerings of fine flour mixed with oil—three-tenths of an ephah with the bull, two-tenths of an ephah with the ram,… Cross References As a pleasing aroma to the LORD, Leviticus 1:9 The entrails and legs must be washed with water, and the priest shall burn all of it on the altar as a burnt offering, a food offering, a pleasing aroma to the LORD. Leviticus 1:13 The entrails and legs must be washed with water, and the priest shall present all of it and burn it on the altar; it is a burnt offering, a food offering, a pleasing aroma to the LORD. Genesis 8:21 When the LORD smelled the pleasing aroma, He said in His heart, “Never again will I curse the ground because of man, even though every inclination of his heart is evil from his youth. And never again will I destroy all living creatures as I have done. you are to present a burnt offering Leviticus 1:3 If his offering is a burnt offering from the herd, he is to present an unblemished male. He must bring it to the entrance to the Tent of Meeting for its acceptance before the LORD. Numbers 15:3 and you present a food offering to the LORD from the herd or flock to produce a pleasing aroma to the LORD—either a burnt offering or a sacrifice, for a special vow or freewill offering or appointed feast— Deuteronomy 12:6 To that place you are to bring your burnt offerings and sacrifices, your tithes and heave offerings, your vow offerings and freewill offerings, as well as the firstborn of your herds and flocks. of one young bull, Numbers 15:24 and if it was done unintentionally without the knowledge of the congregation, then the whole congregation is to prepare one young bull as a burnt offering, a pleasing aroma to the LORD, with its grain offering and drink offering according to the regulation, and one male goat as a sin offering. Numbers 7:15 one young bull, one ram, and one male lamb a year old for a burnt offering; Exodus 29:1 “Now this is what you are to do to consecrate Aaron and his sons to serve Me as priests: Take a young bull and two rams without blemish, one ram, Numbers 7:21 one young bull, one ram, and one male lamb a year old for a burnt offering; Numbers 15:11 This is to be done for each bull, ram, lamb, or goat. Leviticus 8:18 Then Moses presented the ram for the burnt offering, and Aaron and his sons laid their hands on its head. and seven male lambs a year old, Numbers 28:19 Present to the LORD a food offering, a burnt offering of two young bulls, one ram, and seven male lambs a year old, all unblemished. Leviticus 23:18 Along with the bread you are to present seven unblemished male lambs a year old, one young bull, and two rams. They will be a burnt offering to the LORD, together with their grain offerings and drink offerings—a food offering, a pleasing aroma to the LORD. Leviticus 23:36 For seven days you are to present a food offering to the LORD. On the eighth day you are to hold a sacred assembly and present a food offering to the LORD. It is a solemn assembly; you must not do any regular work. all unblemished, Leviticus 22:19 must offer an unblemished male from the cattle, sheep, or goats in order for it to be accepted on your behalf. Treasury of Scripture And you shall offer a burnt offering for a sweet smell to the LORD; one young bullock, one ram, and seven lambs of the first year without blemish: Jump to Previous Aroma Blemish Bull Bullock Burned Burnt Burnt-Offering Defect He-Lambs Lambs Male Mark Odor Offering Pleasant Pleasing Prepare Ram Savor Savour Seven Sheep Soothing Sweet YoungJump to Next Aroma Blemish Bull Bullock Burned Burnt Burnt-Offering Defect He-Lambs Lambs Male Mark Odor Offering Pleasant Pleasing Prepare Ram Savor Savour Seven Sheep Soothing Sweet YoungNumbers 29 1. The offering at the feast of trumpets7. At the day of afflicting their souls 12. And on the eight days of the feast of tabernacles As a pleasing aroma to the LORD This phrase emphasizes the concept of offerings being a form of worship that is acceptable and delightful to God. The idea of a "pleasing aroma" is symbolic, indicating that the sacrifice is made with the right heart and intention. This concept is echoed in Ephesians 5:2, where Christ's sacrifice is described as a "fragrant offering." It underscores the importance of sincerity and purity in worship. you are to present a burnt offering of one young bull one ram and seven male lambs a year old all unblemished Persons / Places / Events 1. The LORD (Yahweh)The covenant God of Israel, who commands the offerings and is the recipient of the sacrifices. 2. Moses The leader of the Israelites, who received the laws and instructions from God, including those concerning offerings. 3. Israelites The people of God, who are commanded to present these offerings as part of their worship and obedience. 4. Burnt Offering A type of sacrifice in which the entire animal is consumed by fire, symbolizing complete dedication to God. 5. Tabernacle The place where the offerings were made, serving as the dwelling place of God among His people during their wilderness journey. Teaching Points The Importance of ObedienceThe Israelites were required to follow God's instructions precisely, highlighting the importance of obedience in our relationship with God. Symbolism of Sacrifice The burnt offering symbolizes total dedication and surrender to God. As believers, we are called to live lives fully devoted to Him. Unblemished Offerings The requirement for unblemished animals points to the purity and holiness God desires. In our lives, we should strive for purity and integrity. Pleasing Aroma to the LORD The offerings were described as a "pleasing aroma," indicating that our worship and obedience are pleasing to God when done with the right heart. Christ as the Fulfillment Jesus Christ is the ultimate unblemished sacrifice, fulfilling the requirements of the law and providing a way for us to be reconciled to God. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Numbers 29:2?2. How does Numbers 29:2 emphasize the importance of offerings in worship practices? 3. What can we learn about God's expectations from the "pleasing aroma" in sacrifices? 4. How does Numbers 29:2 connect with New Testament teachings on sacrificial living? 5. In what ways can we offer our lives as a "pleasing aroma" today? 6. How can understanding Numbers 29:2 deepen our appreciation for Christ's ultimate sacrifice? 7. What is the significance of the burnt offering in Numbers 29:2 for modern believers? 8. How does Numbers 29:2 reflect the importance of ritual in ancient Israelite worship? 9. Why does God require specific offerings in Numbers 29:2? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Numbers 29? 11. What evidence exists that these extensive rituals, detailed in Numbers 29, were historically observed or feasible at that scale? 12. Is there any archaeological record corroborating the elaborate sacrificial system described in Numbers 29? 13. How could the Israelites realistically supply the large number of animals required for the consecutive sacrifices in Numbers 29? 14. How do the repeated animal offerings in Numbers 29 align or conflict with the later prophetic criticism of sacrifices (e.g., Isaiah 1:11)? What Does Numbers 29:2 Mean As a pleasing aroma to the LORDThe phrase signals God’s ready acceptance of sincere worship. Just as Noah’s sacrifice caused the LORD to “smell the soothing aroma” and promise never again to curse the ground (Genesis 8:21), these offerings rise to God as a welcome fragrance. Paul later links Christ’s self-offering to that same “fragrant aroma” (Ephesians 5:2), underscoring that heartfelt sacrifice—whether ancient or fulfilled in Jesus—delights the Father. You are to present a burnt offering A burnt offering was completely consumed on the altar (Leviticus 1:9), symbolizing total consecration. Nothing was held back; everything belonged to God. • Daily morning and evening burnt offerings already anchored Israel’s worship (Exodus 29:38-42). • These festival sacrifices build on that rhythm, reminding worshipers—then and now—that wholehearted devotion is never optional (Romans 12:1). Of one young bull The bull represented strength, leadership, and significant cost. Presenting such an animal declared: • “The best and the costly belong to You” (cf. 2 Samuel 24:24). • National atonement and covenant loyalty are worth the highest price (Exodus 29:36). Israel’s leaders were to model that generosity, much as our time, abilities, and resources reflect the depth of our commitment (Luke 12:48). One ram The ram recalls God’s provision of a substitute for Isaac (Genesis 22:13). Placing a hand on the animal’s head (Leviticus 1:4) acknowledged personal guilt transferred to an innocent stand-in. That foreshadows Christ, “the Lamb of God who takes away the sin of the world” (John 1:29), assuring believers that God never overlooks sin but graciously provides atonement. And seven male lambs a year old Seven signals fullness and perfection throughout Scripture (Genesis 2:2-3; Revelation 1:4). Offering seven spotless year-old lambs says: • Worship must be complete and wholehearted. • God deserves sustained praise, not a token gesture. The spotless lambs also point to Jesus, “a Lamb standing, as though slain” (Revelation 5:6), whose once-for-all sacrifice achieves the perfection these repeated offerings only foreshadowed (Hebrews 10:1). All unblemished Every animal had to be flawless (Leviticus 22:20). Imperfections insulted God (Malachi 1:8). The standard reinforces: • God’s holiness demands purity. • Only a perfect substitute can deal with sin—a truth fulfilled in Christ, “a lamb without blemish or spot” (1 Peter 1:19). Believers therefore pursue moral integrity, not to earn favor, but to reflect the character of the One who redeemed them (1 Peter 1:15-16). summary Numbers 29:2 calls Israel to offer costly, flawless animals as a “pleasing aroma” during the Feast of Trumpets. Each detail—burnt offering, bull, ram, seven lambs, all unblemished—highlights total dedication, costly surrender, and the demand for perfection, all of which ultimately find their fulfillment in Jesus Christ. The verse urges us to respond with wholehearted worship, trusting the perfect sacrifice God has already provided and offering ourselves entirely to Him in grateful obedience. Verse 2. - Ye shall offer a burnt offering. Such an offering had been commanded (Leviticus 23:25), but not specified. It comprised one bullock less than the new moon offering, but the reason of the difference is wholly unknown, unless it were in view of the large number of bullocks required at the feast of tabernacles.Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew As a pleasingנִיחֹ֙חַ֙ (nî·ḥō·aḥ) Noun - masculine singular Strong's 5207: A quieting, soothing, tranquilizing aroma לְרֵ֤יחַ (lə·rê·aḥ) Preposition-l | Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 7381: To smell, perceive odor to the LORD, לַֽיהוָ֔ה (Yah·weh) Preposition-l | Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 3068: LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israel you are to present וַעֲשִׂיתֶ֨ם (wa·‘ă·śî·ṯem) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Conjunctive perfect - second person masculine plural Strong's 6213: To do, make a burnt offering עֹלָ֜ה (‘ō·lāh) Noun - feminine singular Strong's 5930: Whole burnt offering of one אֶחָ֖ד (’e·ḥāḏ) Number - masculine singular Strong's 259: United, one, first young בֶּן־ (ben-) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 1121: A son bull, פַּ֧ר (par) Noun - masculine singular Strong's 6499: Young bull, steer one אֶחָ֑ד (’e·ḥāḏ) Number - masculine singular Strong's 259: United, one, first ram, אַ֣יִל (’a·yil) Noun - masculine singular Strong's 352: Strength, strong, a chief, a ram, a pilaster, an oak, strong tree and seven שִׁבְעָ֖ה (šiḇ·‘āh) Number - masculine singular Strong's 7651: Seven, seven times, a week, an indefinite number male lambs כְּבָשִׂ֧ים (kə·ḇā·śîm) Noun - masculine plural Strong's 3532: A lamb a year old, בְּנֵי־ (bə·nê-) Noun - masculine plural construct Strong's 1121: A son all unblemished, תְּמִימִֽם׃ (tə·mî·mim) Adjective - masculine plural Strong's 8549: Entire, integrity, truth Links Numbers 29:2 NIVNumbers 29:2 NLT Numbers 29:2 ESV Numbers 29:2 NASB Numbers 29:2 KJV Numbers 29:2 BibleApps.com Numbers 29:2 Biblia Paralela Numbers 29:2 Chinese Bible Numbers 29:2 French Bible Numbers 29:2 Catholic Bible OT Law: Numbers 29:2 You shall offer a burnt offering (Nu Num.) |
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