King James Version
Numbers 15:12 in the King James Version says “According to the number that ye shall prepare, so shall ye do to every one according to their number.” — study this verse from Numbers chapter 15 with commentary, cross-references, and original Hebrew word analysis.
“According to the number that ye shall prepare, so shall ye do to every one according to their number.”
Numbers 15:12 · KJV
And thou shalt bring for a drink offering half an hin of wine, for an offering made by fire, of a sweet savour unto the LORD.
Thus shall it be done for one bullock, or for one ram, or for a lamb , or a kid.
According to the number that ye shall prepare, so shall ye do to every one according to their number.
All that are born of the country shall do these things after this manner, in offering an offering made by fire, of a sweet savour unto the LORD.
And if a stranger sojourn with you, or whosoever be among you in your generations, and will offer an offering made by fire, of a sweet savour unto the LORD; as ye do, so he shall do.
KJV Study — Public Domain
“According to the number”
H4557a number, definite (arithmetical) or indefinite (large, innumerable; small, a few); also (abstractly) narration
who, which, what, that; also (as an adverb and a conjunction) when, where, how, because, in order that, etc
“According to the number”
H4557a number, definite (arithmetical) or indefinite (large, innumerable; small, a few); also (abstractly) narration
This verse is found in the book of Numbers. Understanding the historical and cultural background helps illuminate its meaning for the original audience and for us today.
Numbers 15:12 contributes to our understanding of God's character and His relationship with humanity. Consider how this verse connects to the broader themes of Scripture.