Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version Every firstborn male in Israel, whether human or animal, is mine. When I struck down all the firstborn in Egypt, I set them apart for myself. New Living Translation For all the firstborn males among the people of Israel are mine, both of people and of animals. I set them apart for myself on the day I struck down all the firstborn sons of the Egyptians. English Standard Version For all the firstborn among the people of Israel are mine, both of man and of beast. On the day that I struck down all the firstborn in the land of Egypt I consecrated them for myself, Berean Standard Bible For every firstborn male in Israel is Mine, both man and beast. I set them apart for Myself on the day I struck down all the firstborn in the land of Egypt. Berean Literal Bible For Mine are all the firstborn among the sons of Israel, the man and the beast. On the day that I struck all the firstborn in the land of Egypt, I sanctified them to Myself. King James Bible For all the firstborn of the children of Israel are mine, both man and beast: on the day that I smote every firstborn in the land of Egypt I sanctified them for myself. New King James Version For all the firstborn among the children of Israel are Mine, both man and beast; on the day that I struck all the firstborn in the land of Egypt I sanctified them to Myself. New American Standard Bible For every firstborn among the sons of Israel is Mine, among the people and among the animals; on the day that I fatally struck all the firstborn in the land of Egypt, I sanctified them for Myself. NASB 1995 “For every firstborn among the sons of Israel is Mine, among the men and among the animals; on the day that I struck down all the firstborn in the land of Egypt I sanctified them for Myself. NASB 1977 “For every first-born among the sons of Israel is Mine, among the men and among the animals; on the day that I struck down all the first-born in the land of Egypt I sanctified them for Myself. Legacy Standard Bible For every firstborn among the sons of Israel is Mine, among the men and among the animals; on the day that I struck down all the firstborn in the land of Egypt I sanctified them for Myself. Amplified Bible For all the firstborn among the Israelites are Mine, among the men and among the animals; on the day that I struck down every firstborn in the land of Egypt, I sanctified and set the Israelites apart for Myself. Berean Annotated Bible For every firstborn male in Israel (he wrestles with God) is Mine, both man and beast. I set them apart for Myself on the day I struck down all the firstborn in the land of Egypt (land of bondage). Christian Standard Bible For every firstborn among the Israelites is mine, both man and animal. I consecrated them to myself on the day I struck down every firstborn in the land of Egypt. Holman Christian Standard Bible For every firstborn among the Israelites is Mine, both man and animal. I consecrated them to Myself on the day I struck down every firstborn in the land of Egypt. American Standard Version For all the first-born among the children of Israel are mine, both man and beast: on the day that I smote all the first-born in the land of Egypt I sanctified them for myself. Contemporary English Version When I killed the oldest sons of the Egyptians, I decided that the first-born sons in each Israelite family would be mine, as well as every first-born male from their flocks and herds. English Revised Version For all the firstborn among the children of Israel are mine, both man and beast: on the day that I smote all the firstborn in the land of Egypt I sanctified them for myself. GOD'S WORD® Translation Every firstborn in Israel, whether human or animal, is mine. The day I killed every firstborn male in Egypt, I set them apart as holy to me. Good News Translation When I killed all the first-born in Egypt, I consecrated as my own the oldest son of each Israelite family and the first-born of every animal. International Standard Version since every firstborn of Israel belongs to me, from human beings to livestock. On the same day that I destroyed all the firstborn in the land of Egypt, I consecrated them to myself, NET Bible For all the firstborn males among the Israelites are mine, both humans and animals; when I destroyed all the firstborn in the land of Egypt I set them apart for myself. New Heart English Bible For all the firstborn among the children of Israel are mine, both man and animal. On the day that I struck all the firstborn in the land of Egypt, I sanctified them for myself. Webster's Bible Translation For all the first born of the children of Israel are mine, both man and beast: on the day that I smote every first-born in the land of Egypt I sanctified them for myself. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleFor every firstborn male in Israel is Mine, both man and beast. I set them apart for Myself on the day I struck down all the firstborn in the land of Egypt. World English Bible For all the firstborn among the children of Israel are mine, both man and animal. On the day that I struck all the firstborn in the land of Egypt, I sanctified them for myself. Literal Translations Literal Standard Versionfor every firstborn among the sons of Israel [is] Mine, among man and among beast; in the day of My striking every firstborn in the land of Egypt I sanctified them for Myself; Berean Literal Bible For Mine are all the firstborn among the sons of Israel, the man and the beast. On the day that I struck all the firstborn in the land of Egypt, I sanctified them to Myself. Young's Literal Translation for Mine is every first-born among the sons of Israel, among man and among beast; in the day of my smiting every first-born in the land of Egypt I sanctified them for Myself; Smith's Literal Translation For to me all the first-born among the sons of Israel among man and among cattle: in the day I struck every first-born in the land of Egypt I consecrated them to me. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleFor all the firstborn of the children of Israel, both of men and of beasts, are mine. From the day that I slew every firstborn in the land of Egypt, have I sanctified them to myself: Catholic Public Domain Version For all the firstborn of the sons of Israel, as much from men as from beasts, are mine. From the day when I struck down all the firstborn in the land of Egypt, I have sanctified them to myself. New American Bible Indeed, all the firstborn among the Israelites, human being and beast alike, belong to me; I consecrated them to myself on the day I killed all the firstborn in the land of Egypt. New Revised Standard Version For all the firstborn among the Israelites are mine, both human and animal. On the day that I struck down all the firstborn in the land of Egypt I consecrated them for myself, Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleFor all the first-born of the children of Israel are mine, both man and beast; on the day that I smote every first-born in the land of Egypt I sanctified them for myself. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated Because all the firstborn of the children of Israel, from the children of men and unto an animal are mine; in the day when I killed every firstborn of things that are in land of Egypt, I hallowed them to myself. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917For all the first-born among the children of Israel are Mine, both man and beast; on the day that I smote all the first-born in the land of Egypt I sanctified them for Myself. Brenton Septuagint Translation For every first-born among the children of Israel is mine, whether of man or beast: in the day in which I smote every first-born in the land of Egypt, I sanctified them to myself. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Cleansing the Levites…16For the Levites have been wholly given to Me from among the sons of Israel. I have taken them for Myself in place of all who come first from the womb, the firstborn of all the sons of Israel. 17For every firstborn male in Israel is Mine, both man and beast. I set them apart for Myself on the day I struck down all the firstborn in the land of Egypt. 18But I have taken the Levites in place of all the firstborn among the sons of Israel.… Cross References For every firstborn male in Israel is Mine, Exodus 13:2 “Consecrate to Me every firstborn male. The firstborn from every womb among the Israelites belongs to Me, both of man and beast.” Exodus 34:19 The first offspring of every womb belongs to Me, including all the firstborn males among your livestock, whether cattle or sheep. Exodus 22:29 You must not hold back offerings from your granaries or vats. You are to give Me the firstborn of your sons. both man and beast. Exodus 13:15 And when Pharaoh stubbornly refused to let us go, the LORD killed every firstborn in the land of Egypt, both of man and beast. This is why I sacrifice to the LORD the firstborn male of every womb, but I redeem all the firstborn of my sons.’ Exodus 13:12 you are to present to the LORD the firstborn male of every womb. All the firstborn males of your livestock belong to the LORD. Exodus 11:5 and every firstborn son in the land of Egypt will die, from the firstborn of Pharaoh who sits on his throne, to the firstborn of the servant girl behind the hand mill, as well as the firstborn of all the cattle. I set them apart for Myself Leviticus 20:26 You are to be holy to Me because I, the LORD, am holy, and I have set you apart from the nations to be My own. Exodus 19:5 Now if you will indeed obey My voice and keep My covenant, you will be My treasured possession out of all the nations—for the whole earth is Mine. Deuteronomy 14:2 for you are a people holy to the LORD your God. The LORD has chosen you to be a people for His prized possession out of all the peoples on the face of the earth. on the day I struck down all the firstborn in the land of Egypt. Exodus 12:29 Now at midnight the LORD struck down every firstborn male in the land of Egypt, from the firstborn of Pharaoh, who sat on his throne, to the firstborn of the prisoner in the dungeon, as well as all the firstborn among the livestock. Exodus 12:12 On that night I will pass through the land of Egypt and strike down every firstborn male, both man and beast, and I will execute judgment against all the gods of Egypt. I am the LORD. Psalm 105:36 Then He struck all the firstborn in their land, the firstfruits of all their vigor. Exodus 13:2 “Consecrate to Me every firstborn male. The firstborn from every womb among the Israelites belongs to Me, both of man and beast.” Exodus 13:12 you are to present to the LORD the firstborn male of every womb. All the firstborn males of your livestock belong to the LORD. Exodus 13:15 And when Pharaoh stubbornly refused to let us go, the LORD killed every firstborn in the land of Egypt, both of man and beast. This is why I sacrifice to the LORD the firstborn male of every womb, but I redeem all the firstborn of my sons.’ Exodus 22:29 You must not hold back offerings from your granaries or vats. You are to give Me the firstborn of your sons. Treasury of Scripture For all the firstborn of the children of Israel are mine, both man and beast: on the day that I smote every firstborn in the land of Egypt I sanctified them for myself. all the Numbers 3:13 Because all the firstborn are mine; for on the day that I smote all the firstborn in the land of Egypt I hallowed unto me all the firstborn in Israel, both man and beast: mine shall they be: I am the LORD. Exodus 13:2,12-15 Sanctify unto me all the firstborn, whatsoever openeth the womb among the children of Israel, both of man and of beast: it is mine… Luke 2:23 (As it is written in the law of the Lord, Every male that openeth the womb shall be called holy to the Lord;) on the day Exodus 12:29 And it came to pass, that at midnight the LORD smote all the firstborn in the land of Egypt, from the firstborn of Pharaoh that sat on his throne unto the firstborn of the captive that was in the dungeon; and all the firstborn of cattle. Psalm 78:51 And smote all the firstborn in Egypt; the chief of their strength in the tabernacles of Ham: Psalm 105:36 He smote also all the firstborn in their land, the chief of all their strength. I sanctified Exodus 13:14,15 And it shall be when thy son asketh thee in time to come, saying, What is this? that thou shalt say unto him, By strength of hand the LORD brought us out from Egypt, from the house of bondage: … Exodus 29:44 And I will sanctify the tabernacle of the congregation, and the altar: I will sanctify also both Aaron and his sons, to minister to me in the priest's office. Leviticus 27:14,15,26 And when a man shall sanctify his house to be holy unto the LORD, then the priest shall estimate it, whether it be good or bad: as the priest shall estimate it, so shall it stand… Jump to Previous Animal Animals Beast Born Children Consecrated Death Egypt First Firstborn First-Born Hallowed Israel Male Mother's Sanctified Slew Smiting Smote StruckJump to Next Animal Animals Beast Born Children Consecrated Death Egypt First Firstborn First-Born Hallowed Israel Male Mother's Sanctified Slew Smiting Smote StruckNumbers 8 1. How the lamps are to be lighted5. The consecration of the Levites 23. The age and time of their service For every firstborn male in Israel is Mine This phrase emphasizes God's claim over the firstborn males of Israel, both human and animal. This claim is rooted in the events of the Exodus, where God spared the firstborn of Israel during the final plague in Egypt (Exodus 12:12-13). The firstborn were considered to have a special status and were consecrated to God as a reminder of His deliverance. This consecration is a recurring theme in the Old Testament, symbolizing God's sovereignty and the Israelites' dependence on Him. The firstborn's dedication also prefigures Christ, the "firstborn over all creation" (Colossians 1:15), who is set apart for God's redemptive purposes. both man and beast I set them apart for Myself on the day I struck down all the firstborn in the land of Egypt Persons / Places / Events 1. The IsraelitesThe chosen people of God, descendants of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob, who were delivered from slavery in Egypt. 2. Firstborn Refers to the firstborn sons and animals among the Israelites, who were consecrated to God. 3. Egypt The land where the Israelites were enslaved and from which God delivered them through a series of miraculous events. 4. The Plague of the Firstborn The final and most devastating of the ten plagues that God sent upon Egypt, resulting in the death of every firstborn Egyptian, both human and animal. 5. Consecration The act of setting apart something or someone for a sacred purpose, as God did with the firstborn of Israel. Teaching Points God's Sovereignty and OwnershipGod declares ownership over the firstborn, emphasizing His sovereignty over all creation. This reminds us that everything we have is ultimately God's, and we are stewards of His gifts. The Significance of the Firstborn In biblical times, the firstborn held a place of honor and responsibility. This principle can remind us of our responsibilities as God's children to live lives that honor Him. Remembrance of Deliverance The consecration of the firstborn serves as a perpetual reminder of God's deliverance from Egypt. We are called to remember and celebrate God's deliverance in our own lives through Christ. Consecration and Holiness Just as the firstborn were set apart for God, believers are called to live lives of holiness, set apart for God's purposes. The Cost of Redemption The death of the firstborn in Egypt foreshadows the ultimate sacrifice of Jesus, the firstborn over all creation, whose death brings redemption to all who believe. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Numbers 8:17?2. How does Numbers 8:17 emphasize God's claim over the firstborn in our lives? 3. What does "every firstborn among the Israelites is Mine" reveal about God's authority? 4. How does Numbers 8:17 connect to the Passover event in Exodus 12? 5. In what ways can we dedicate our "firsts" to God today? 6. How can recognizing God's ownership in Numbers 8:17 deepen our spiritual commitment? 7. Why does God claim ownership of every firstborn in Numbers 8:17? 8. How does Numbers 8:17 relate to the concept of divine ownership? 9. What historical context explains the significance of firstborns in Numbers 8:17? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Numbers 8? 11. What does 'firstborn' mean in the Bible? 12. What is the summary of Joshua's life and leadership? 13. How does Genesis 46:8-27 reconcile the total of '70 persons' with other biblical passages that give different family counts? 14. If the Levites replaced all Israel's firstborn in worship (Numbers 8:16-18), how does this reconcile with earlier promises safeguarding the special status of firstborns? What Does Numbers 8:17 Mean For every firstborn male in Israel is MineGod speaks with the language of ownership. He is not staking a mere symbolic claim; He is asserting literal, covenantal rights over every firstborn son. • Exodus 13:1-2: “Consecrate to Me every firstborn male… it belongs to Me.” • Luke 2:22-23 recalls this command when Joseph and Mary present Jesus at the temple, showing the continuity of the principle. • This ownership reminds Israel that life itself is a gift from Him, reinforcing dependence and gratitude. Both man and beast The scope widens to include livestock, showing that the Lord’s claim covers all facets of Israel’s livelihood. • Exodus 13:12-13 requires the redemption of firstborn animals or their substitution, underscoring God’s dominion over the nation’s resources. • Deuteronomy 15:19 reiterates that the firstborn herd animals are to be set apart, linking worship to everyday economic life. • By including animals, the Lord ensures that no compartment of existence is left outside His sanctifying reach. I set them apart for Myself God’s act of setting apart (consecration) creates a devoted, holy category within the nation. • Numbers 3:12-13 explains that the Levites were taken in place of the firstborn, demonstrating substitution and priestly service. • Exodus 19:5-6 shows the larger goal: a “kingdom of priests” devoted to His purposes. • Romans 12:1 carries the theme forward, urging believers to offer themselves as “living sacrifices,” echoing this call to consecration. On the day I struck down all the firstborn in the land of Egypt The historical anchor is the Passover night, when God judged Egypt and spared Israel through the lamb’s blood. • Exodus 12:12-13, 29: judgment fell on Egypt’s firstborn, but Israel’s sons lived under the sign of blood. • Hebrews 11:28 highlights faith in that deliverance. • 1 Corinthians 5:7 points to Christ, “our Passover lamb,” completing the pattern of substitution and redemption. • Colossians 1:15 calls Jesus “the firstborn over all creation,” underlining the ultimate fulfillment: God’s own Firstborn offered so we could belong to Him. summary Numbers 8:17 grounds Israel’s worship in a concrete historical rescue. Every firstborn, human or animal, belongs to God because He redeemed them with power and blood. Consecration is not optional; it is the grateful response to salvation. Today, believers stand in the same grace, set apart through the greater Passover Lamb, Jesus Christ, called to live every part of life under His rightful ownership. Hebrew Forכִּ֣י (kî) Conjunction Strong's 3588: A relative conjunction every כָל־ (ḵāl) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 3605: The whole, all, any, every firstborn בְּכוֹר֙ (bə·ḵō·wr) Noun - masculine singular Strong's 1060: Firstborn, chief among the sons בִּבְנֵ֣י (biḇ·nê) Preposition-b | Noun - masculine plural construct Strong's 1121: A son of Israel יִשְׂרָאֵ֔ל (yiś·rā·’êl) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 3478: Israel -- 'God strives', another name of Jacob and his desc is Mine, לִ֤י (lî) Preposition | first person common singular Strong's Hebrew both man בָּאָדָ֖ם (bā·’ā·ḏām) Preposition-b, Article | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 120: Ruddy, a human being and beast. וּבַבְּהֵמָ֑ה (ū·ḇab·bə·hê·māh) Conjunctive waw, Preposition-b, Article | Noun - feminine singular Strong's 929: A dumb beast, any large quadruped, animal I set them apart הִקְדַּ֥שְׁתִּי (hiq·daš·tî) Verb - Hifil - Perfect - first person common singular Strong's 6942: To be set apart or consecrated for Myself לִֽי׃ (lî) Preposition | first person common singular Strong's Hebrew on the day בְּי֗וֹם (bə·yō·wm) Preposition-b | Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 3117: A day I struck down הַכֹּתִ֤י (hak·kō·ṯî) Verb - Hifil - Infinitive construct | first person common singular Strong's 5221: To strike all כָל־ (ḵāl) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 3605: The whole, all, any, every the firstborn בְּכוֹר֙ (bə·ḵō·wr) Noun - masculine singular Strong's 1060: Firstborn, chief in the land בְּאֶ֣רֶץ (bə·’e·reṣ) Preposition-b | Noun - feminine singular construct Strong's 776: Earth, land of Egypt. מִצְרַ֔יִם (miṣ·ra·yim) Noun - proper - feminine singular Strong's 4714: Egypt -- a son of Ham, also his descendants and their country in Northwest Africa Links Numbers 8:17 NIVNumbers 8:17 NLT Numbers 8:17 ESV Numbers 8:17 NASB Numbers 8:17 KJV Numbers 8:17 BibleApps.com Numbers 8:17 Biblia Paralela Numbers 8:17 Chinese Bible Numbers 8:17 French Bible Numbers 8:17 Catholic Bible OT Law: Numbers 8:17 For all the firstborn among the children (Nu Num.) |
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