And for a sacrifice of peace offerings, two oxen, five rams, five he goats, five lambs of the first year: this was the offering of Elizur the son of Shedeur.
And for a sacrifice of peace offerings, two bulls, five rams, five male goats, five one-year-old lambs: this was the offering of Elizur the son of Shedeur.
This verse lists the specific animals that Elizur brought as peace offerings to God during the dedication of the altar.
📚 Historical Context
In the Book of Numbers, this verse is part of the detailed account of the dedication of the tabernacle, which was the portable sanctuary where God dwelt among the Israelites during their wilderness journey. The leaders of the twelve tribes each presented specific offerings on successive days to honor God and demonstrate their tribes' commitment. Elizur, as the leader of the tribe of Reuben, brought this peace offering as an act of worship and unity in the community.
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