Numbers 15:6 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

Or for a ram, thou shalt prepare for a meat offering two tenth deals of flour mingled with the third part of an hin of oil.

Close to the original. Clear modern English.

✦ MADE SIMPLE

Or if you're offering a ram, you should prepare a grain offering using about 4 quarts of flour mixed with about 1 quart of oil.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

This verse gives specific instructions for the grain offering that should accompany a ram sacrifice - showing God cares about both our worship and doing things properly.

📚 Historical Context

This instruction was given to the Israelites during their wilderness wanderings, as part of detailed laws about sacrificial offerings. The grain and oil offerings accompanied animal sacrifices and represented the people's dedication of their daily provision back to God. These measurements ensured consistency and fairness in worship practices across all the tribes.

Explore Similar Verses

Hebrews 10:5

So when Jesus came into the world, he said, 'You don't want sacrifices and offerings anymore — you prepared a body for me instead.'

Ezekiel 45:17

The prince's job is to provide all the offerings — the burnt offerings, grain offerings, and drink offerings — for all the celebrations, new moon festivals, Sabbaths, and every special occasion Israel has. He'll handle the sin offerings, grain offerings, burnt offerings, and peace offerings to make things right between God and his people.

Ezekiel 46:12

When the prince decides to bring a voluntary offering to God — whether it's a burnt offering or a peace offering — they'll open the east gate for him. He'll prepare his offerings just like he does on the Sabbath, and once he's done and leaves, they'll close the gate behind him.

Ask the AI Assistant

Have a question about this chapter or verse? Ask below for a clear explanation.

Share or Save

📚 Historical Context

Explore Similar Verses

Ask the AI Assistant

Translation & Methodology Sources