Numbers 7:59
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 Gamaliel the son of Pedahzur.
Numbers 7:59
This verse reports the final offering of Gamaliel on the eighth day: two oxen, five rams, five goats, and five lambs of the first year for peace offerings, completing the set of gifts. The description ties the chapter’s long inventory to a grand, celebratory finale, symbolizing communal fellowship and gratitude for God’s sustained presence and provision. The collective gifts signify abundant generosity and shared joy among the tribes, culminating in the celebration of God’s faithfulness.
The final peace offerings emphasize communal joy and gratitude, highlighting that worship includes celebration and fellowship. Peace offerings represent a meal shared with God and the community, symbolizing restored relationships and divine provision. The large count underscores abundance and communal generosity as essential aspects of worship.
This invites believers to cultivate hospitality and shared celebration in Christian life. Consider hosting meals that bring people together—neighbors, coworkers, or church friends—to celebrate God’s blessings, or organize service projects that culminate in shared meals and testimonies of God’s faithfulness. The emphasis on generosity can inspire charitable giving and acts of kindness in everyday life.
Cross-References: Leviticus 3; Romans 12:13; 1 Corinthians 10:16-18; Acts 2:46-47