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and for the sacrifice of peace-offerings, two oxen, five rams, five male goats, five he-lambs a year old: this was the offering of Ahira the son of Enan.

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An Example for Leaders

Matthew Henry uses the offerings of the tribal leaders to set an example for those in authority. He suggests that people with honor, power, and wealth should use their influence to promote religion and the service of God in their communities.

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Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes

On Numbers 7:12–83

18th Century

Theologian

The various princes make their offerings in the order assigned to the tribes (Numbers 2:0). It was undoubtedly the tribes themselves th…

John Gill

John Gill

On Numbers 7:83

17th Century

Pastor

And for a sacrifice of peace offerings
(See Gill on Numbers 7:17). Ahira the son of Enan

Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

On Numbers 7:10–89

17th Century

Minister

The princes and great men were at the forefront in the service of God. Here is an example to those in authority, and of the highest rank; they shou…