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 Ahiezer the son of Ammishaddai.
And for a sacrifice of peace offerings, two bulls, five rams, five male goats, five one-year-old lambs: this was the offering of Ahiezer the son of Ammishaddai.
This verse lists the specific animals that Ahiezer brought as peace offerings to God - a generous gift showing his gratitude and desire for fellowship with the Lord.
📚 Historical Context
In the Book of Numbers, the Israelites were wandering in the wilderness after their exodus from Egypt, and chapter 7 describes the dedication of the tabernacle, a portable sanctuary where God dwelt among His people. Each of the twelve tribal leaders presented identical offerings over twelve consecutive days to consecrate the altar, symbolizing their unity and devotion to God. This specific verse records the offering brought by Ahiezer, the leader of the tribe of Dan, which included animals for peace sacrifices as a way to seek God's favor and maintain covenant relationship.
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