Numbers 31:50 · KJV

"We have therefore brought an oblation for the LORD, what every man hath gotten, of jewels of gold, chains, and bracelets, rings, earrings, and tablets, to make an atonement for our souls before the LORD."

King James Version

Passage Context

⁴⁸And the officers which were over thousands of the host, the captains of thousands, and captains of hundreds, came near unto Moses:

⁴⁹And they said unto Moses, Thy servants have taken the sum of the men of war which are under our charge, and there lacketh not one man of us.

⁵⁰We have therefore brought an oblation for the LORD, what every man hath gotten, of jewels of gold, chains, and bracelets, rings, earrings, and tablets, to make an atonement for our souls before the LORD.

⁵¹And Moses and Eleazar the priest took the gold of them, even all wrought jewels.

⁵²And all the gold of the offering that they offered up to the LORD, of the captains of thousands, and of the captains of hundreds, was sixteen thousand seven hundred and fifty shekels.

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Reflection Questions

What does atonement mean to you in your spiritual journey?

How do you express gratitude for your blessings?

When have you made a sacrifice for something you believe in?

Life Application

faith

Consider how you can express your gratitude to God through acts of service or giving.

sacrifice

Reflect on the sacrifices you make in your life and how they align with your values and beliefs.

Connection to Jesus

gospel theme

This verse highlights the concept of atonement through offerings, which is fulfilled in Jesus' ultimate sacrifice for humanity.

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