King James Version
What Does Numbers 29:19 Mean?
“And one kid of the goats for a sin offering; beside the continual burnt offering, and the meat offering thereof, and their drink offerings.”
Numbers 29:19 · KJV
Context
17
And on the second day ye shall offer twelve young bullocks, two rams, fourteen lambs of the first year without spot:
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And their meat offering and their drink offerings for the bullocks, for the rams, and for the lambs, shall be according to their number, after the manner:
19
And one kid of the goats for a sin offering; beside the continual burnt offering, and the meat offering thereof, and their drink offerings.
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And on the third day eleven bullocks, two rams, fourteen lambs of the first year without blemish;
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And their meat offering and their drink offerings for the bullocks, for the rams, and for the lambs, shall be according to their number, after the manner:
Commentary
KJV Study CommentaryOne kid of the goats for a sin offering—The daily chatat persists through day two, underscoring that yesterday's atonement doesn't cover today's sin. This daily renewal foreshadowed Christ's superiority, whose 'one sacrifice for sins for ever' (Hebrews 10:12) eliminates repetition's necessity.
Beside the continual burnt offering—The tamid's continuation demonstrates worship priorities: God's glory first (burnt offering), then fellowship (peace offerings), then cleansing (sin offering). Even abundant festival offerings supplemented rather than replaced the fundamental twice-daily sacrifice maintaining covenant communion.
Beside the continual burnt offering—The tamid's continuation demonstrates worship priorities: God's glory first (burnt offering), then fellowship (peace offerings), then cleansing (sin offering). Even abundant festival offerings supplemented rather than replaced the fundamental twice-daily sacrifice maintaining covenant communion.
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Historical & Cultural Context
Archaeological evidence from Israelite sites shows burned animal bones in cultic contexts, confirming sacrificial practice. The tamid required substantial logistical support—breeding flawless year-old lambs, training priests in slaughter/butchering, maintaining altar fire continuously (Leviticus 6:13).
Reflection Questions
- How does the need for daily sin offerings expose the folly of trusting in religious deeds for permanent standing before God?
- What does Christ's single sacrifice's sufficiency teach about the difference between law and grace?
Original Language Analysis
Hebrew · 9 wordsעִזִּ֥ים2 of 9
“of the goats”
H5795a she-goat (as strong), but masculine in plural (which also is used elliptically for goat's hair)
חַטָּ֑את4 of 9
“for a sin offering”
H2403an offence (sometimes habitual sinfulness), and its penalty, occasion, sacrifice, or expiation; also (concretely) an offender
מִלְּבַד֙5 of 9
H905properly, separation; by implication, a part of the body, branch of a tree, bar for carrying; figuratively, chief of a city; especially (with preposit
עֹלַ֣ת6 of 9
“burnt offering”
H5930a step or (collectively, stairs, as ascending); usually a holocaust (as going up in smoke)
הַתָּמִ֔יד7 of 9
“beside the continual”
H8548properly, continuance (as indefinite extension); but used only (attributively as adjective) constant (or adverbially, constantly); elliptically the re
וּמִנְחָתָ֖הּ8 of 9
“and the meat offering”
H4503a donation; euphemistically, tribute; specifically a sacrificial offering (usually bloodless and voluntary)
Study Guide
Historical Context
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.
Theological Significance
Numbers 29:19 contributes to our understanding of God's character and His relationship with humanity. Consider how this verse connects to the broader themes of Scripture.
Cross-References
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