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His offering was one silver plate weighing 130 shekels, and one silver bowl weighing 70 shekels (using the sanctuary's standard weights). Both of them were filled with fine flour mixed with oil as a grain offering.
This verse describes the specific weights and contents of silver dishes brought as an offering to God, filled with grain and oil.
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King James Version · EnglishHis 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 mingled with oil for a meat offering:Ask the AI Assistant
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📚 Historical Context
In the Book of Numbers, the Israelites were encamped in the wilderness after their exodus from Egypt, as they prepared to move toward the Promised Land. Chapter 7 focuses on the dedication of the tabernacle's altar, where each of the twelve tribal leaders presented identical offerings over twelve consecutive days to honor God and demonstrate their commitment. This verse specifically describes the offering from one leader, highlighting the meticulous and unified worship practices of the community.