New International Versionand whenever burnt offerings were presented to the LORD on the Sabbaths, at the New Moon feasts and at the appointed festivals. They were to serve before the LORD regularly in the proper number and in the way prescribed for them.
New Living TranslationThey assisted with the burnt offerings that were presented to the LORD on Sabbath days, at new moon celebrations, and at all the appointed festivals. The required number of Levites served in the LORD’s presence at all times, following all the procedures they had been given.
English Standard Versionand whenever burnt offerings were offered to the LORD on Sabbaths, new moons, and feast days, according to the number required of them, regularly before the LORD.
Berean Standard BibleWhenever burnt offerings were presented to the LORD on the Sabbaths, New Moons, and appointed feasts, they were to serve regularly before the LORD in the numbers prescribed for them.
King James BibleAnd to offer all burnt sacrifices unto the LORD in the sabbaths, in the new moons, and on the set feasts, by number, according to the order commanded unto them, continually before the LORD:
New King James Versionand at every presentation of a burnt offering to the LORD on the Sabbaths and on the New Moons and on the set feasts, by number according to the ordinance governing them, regularly before the LORD;
New American Standard Bibleand to offer all burnt offerings to the LORD, on the Sabbaths, the new moons and the appointed festivals, in the number determined by the ordinance concerning them, continually before the LORD.
NASB 1995and to offer all burnt offerings to the LORD, on the sabbaths, the new moons and the fixed festivals in the number set by the ordinance concerning them, continually before the LORD.
NASB 1977and to offer all burnt offerings to the LORD, on the sabbaths, the new moons and the fixed festivals in the number set by the ordinance concerning them, continually before the LORD.
Legacy Standard Bibleand to offer all burnt offerings to Yahweh, on the sabbaths, the new moons and the appointed times in the number set by the judgments concerning them, continually before Yahweh.
Amplified Bibleand to offer all burnt sacrifices to the LORD on the Sabbaths, the new moons, and the festivals by number according to the ordinance concerning them, continually before the LORD.
Christian Standard BibleWhenever burnt offerings are offered to the LORD on the Sabbaths, New Moons, and appointed festivals, they are to offer them regularly in the LORD’s presence according to the number prescribed for them.
Holman Christian Standard BibleWhenever burnt offerings are offered to the LORD on the Sabbaths, New Moons, and appointed festivals, they are to do so regularly in the LORD’s presence according to the number prescribed for them.
American Standard Versionand to offer all burnt-offerings unto Jehovah, on the sabbaths, on the new moons, and on the set feasts, in number according to the ordinance concerning them, continually before Jehovah;
Contemporary English VersionThey must also give thanks and sing praises when sacrifices are offered on each Sabbath, as well as during New Moon Festivals and other religious feasts. There must always be enough Levites on duty at the temple to do everything that needs to be done.
English Revised Versionand to offer all burnt offerings unto the LORD, in the sabbaths, in the new moons, and on the set feast, in number according to the ordinance concerning them, continually before the LORD:
GOD'S WORD® TranslationThey were appointed to stand in front of the LORD in the required numbers whenever burnt offerings were made-on weekly worship days, at New Moon Festivals, and on appointed annual festivals.
Good News Translationand whenever offerings to the LORD are burned on the Sabbath, the New Moon Festival, and other festivals. Rules were made specifying the number of Levites assigned to do this work each time. The Levites were assigned the duty of worshiping the LORD for all time.
International Standard Versionwhenever burnt offerings are presented to the LORD, whether on Sabbaths, New Moons, or scheduled festivals, regularly in the LORD's presence in accordance with the number required to conduct their service.
NET Bibleand whenever burnt sacrifices were offered to the LORD on the Sabbath and at new moon festivals and assemblies. A designated number were to serve before the LORD regularly in accordance with regulations.
New Heart English Bibleand to offer all burnt offerings to the LORD, on the Sabbaths, on the new moons, and on the set feasts, in number according to the ordinance concerning them, continually before the LORD;
Webster's Bible TranslationAnd to offer all burnt-sacrifices to the LORD on the sabbaths, in the new moons, and on the set feasts, by number, according to the order commanded to them, continually before the LORD: Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleWhenever burnt offerings were presented to the LORD on the Sabbaths, New Moons, and appointed feasts, they were to serve regularly before the LORD in the numbers prescribed for them.
World English Bibleand to offer all burnt offerings to Yahweh on the Sabbaths, on the new moons, and on the set feasts, in number according to the ordinance concerning them, continually before Yahweh; Literal Translations Literal Standard Versionand for all the burnt-offerings—burnt-offerings to YHWH for Sabbaths, for new moons, and for appointed times, by number, according to the ordinance on them continually, before YHWH.
Young's Literal Translation and for all the burnt-offerings -- burnt-offerings to Jehovah for sabbaths, for new moons, and for appointed seasons, by number, according to the ordinance upon them continually, before Jehovah.
Smith's Literal TranslationAnd to bring up for all burnt-offerings to Jehovah for the Sabbaths, for the new moons, and for the appointments by number, according to the judgment upon them, always before Jehovah. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAs well in the oblation of the holocausts of the Lord, as in the sabbaths and in the new moons, and the rest of the solemnities, according to the number and ceremonies prescribed for every thing, continually before the Lord.
Catholic Public Domain Versionas much in the oblation of the holocausts of the Lord, as in the Sabbaths and new moons and other solemnities, according to the number and ceremonies for each and every matter, perpetually before the Lord.
New American Bibleand at every sacrifice of burnt offerings to the LORD on sabbaths, new moons, and feast days, in such numbers as are prescribed, they must always be present before the LORD
New Revised Standard Versionand whenever burnt offerings are offered to the LORD on sabbaths, new moons, and appointed festivals, according to the number required of them, regularly before the LORD. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd to offer burnt offerings to the LORD on the sabbaths, in the new moons, and on the days of set feasts, by number, according to the order commanded to them, continually before the LORD,
Peshitta Holy Bible TranslatedAnd to offer up sacrifices to LORD JEHOVAH on the Sabbaths, and on the first of the months, and at feasts by their number, according to what is right for them constantly before LORD JEHOVAH. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917and to offer all burnt-offerings unto the LORD, on the sabbaths, on the new moons, and in the appointed seasons, in number according to the ordinance concerning them, continually, before the LORD;
Brenton Septuagint Translationand to be over all the whole-burnt-offerings that were offered up to the Lord on the sabbaths, and at the new moons, and at the feasts, by number, according to the order given to them, continually before the Lord.
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Context Levite Duties Revised… 30They were also to stand every morning to give thanks and praise to the LORD, and likewise in the evening. 31Wheneverburnt offeringswere presentedto the LORDon the Sabbaths,New Moons,and appointed feasts,they were to serve regularlybeforethe LORDin the numbersprescribedfor them.32So the Levites were to carry out the responsibilities for the Tent of Meeting and the Holy Place, and, under their brothers the descendants of Aaron, the service of the house of the LORD.…
Cross References Exodus 29:38-42This is what you are to offer regularly on the altar, each day: two lambs that are a year old. / Offer one lamb in the morning and the other at twilight. / With the first lamb offer a tenth of an ephah of fine flour, mixed with a quarter hin of oil from pressed olives, and a drink offering of a quarter hin of wine. ...
Numbers 28:3-8And tell them that this is the food offering you are to present to the LORD as a regular burnt offering each day: two unblemished year-old male lambs. / Offer one lamb in the morning and the other at twilight, / along with a tenth of an ephah of fine flour as a grain offering, mixed with a quarter hin of oil from pressed olives. ...
Numbers 28:9-10On the Sabbath day, present two unblemished year-old male lambs, accompanied by a grain offering of two-tenths of an ephah of fine flour mixed with oil, as well as a drink offering. / This is the burnt offering for every Sabbath, in addition to the regular burnt offering and its drink offering.
Numbers 28:11-15At the beginning of every month, you are to present to the LORD a burnt offering of two young bulls, one ram, and seven male lambs a year old, all unblemished, / along with three-tenths of an ephah of fine flour mixed with oil as a grain offering with each bull, two-tenths of an ephah of fine flour mixed with oil as a grain offering with the ram, / and a tenth of an ephah of fine flour mixed with oil as a grain offering with each lamb. This is a burnt offering, a pleasing aroma, a food offering to the LORD. ...
Numbers 28:16-25The fourteenth day of the first month is the LORD’s Passover. / On the fifteenth day of this month, there shall be a feast; for seven days unleavened bread is to be eaten. / On the first day there is to be a sacred assembly; you must not do any regular work. ...
Numbers 28:26-31On the day of firstfruits, when you present an offering of new grain to the LORD during the Feast of Weeks, you are to hold a sacred assembly; you must not do any regular work. / Present a burnt offering of two young bulls, one ram, and seven male lambs a year old as a pleasing aroma to the LORD, / together with their grain offerings of fine flour mixed with oil—three-tenths of an ephah with each bull, two-tenths of an ephah with the ram, ...
Numbers 29:1-6“On the first day of the seventh month, you are to hold a sacred assembly, and you must not do any regular work. This will be a day for you to sound the trumpets. / As a pleasing aroma to the LORD, you are to present a burnt offering of one young bull, one ram, and seven male lambs a year old, all unblemished, / together with their grain offerings of fine flour mixed with oil—three-tenths of an ephah with the bull, two-tenths of an ephah with the ram, ...
Numbers 29:7-11On the tenth day of this seventh month, you are to hold a sacred assembly, and you shall humble yourselves; you must not do any work. / Present as a pleasing aroma to the LORD a burnt offering of one young bull, one ram, and seven male lambs a year old, all unblemished, / together with their grain offerings of fine flour mixed with oil—three-tenths of an ephah with the bull, two-tenths of an ephah with the ram, ...
Numbers 29:12-40On the fifteenth day of the seventh month, you are to hold a sacred assembly; you must not do any regular work, and you shall observe a feast to the LORD for seven days. / As a pleasing aroma to the LORD, you are to present a food offering, a burnt offering of thirteen young bulls, two rams, and fourteen male lambs a year old, all unblemished, / along with the grain offering of three-tenths of an ephah of fine flour mixed with oil with each of the thirteen bulls, two-tenths of an ephah with each of the two rams, ...
2 Chronicles 2:4Behold, I am about to build a house for the Name of the LORD my God to dedicate to Him for burning fragrant incense before Him, for displaying the showbread continuously, and for making burnt offerings every morning and evening as well as on the Sabbaths, New Moons, and appointed feasts of the LORD our God. This is ordained for Israel forever.
2 Chronicles 8:13He observed the daily requirement for offerings according to the commandment of Moses for Sabbaths, New Moons, and the three annual appointed feasts—the Feast of Unleavened Bread, the Feast of Weeks, and the Feast of Tabernacles.
2 Chronicles 31:3The king contributed from his own possessions for the regular morning and evening burnt offerings and for the burnt offerings on the Sabbaths, New Moons, and appointed feasts, as written in the Law of the LORD.
Ezra 3:4-5They also celebrated the Feast of Tabernacles in accordance with what is written, and they offered burnt offerings daily based on the number prescribed for each day. / After that, they presented the regular burnt offerings and those for New Moons and for all the appointed sacred feasts of the LORD, as well as all the freewill offerings brought to the LORD.
Nehemiah 10:33for the showbread, for the regular grain offerings and burnt offerings, for the Sabbath offerings, for the New Moons and appointed feasts, for the holy offerings, for the sin offerings to make atonement for Israel, and for all the duties of the house of our God.
Psalm 81:3-4Sound the ram’s horn at the New Moon, and at the full moon on the day of our Feast. / For this is a statute for Israel, an ordinance of the God of Jacob.
Treasury of Scripture And to offer all burnt sacrifices to the LORD in the sabbaths, in the new moons, and on the set feasts, by number, according to the order commanded to them, continually before the LORD: in the sabbaths Leviticus 23:24,39 Speak unto the children of Israel, saying, In the seventh month, in the firstday of the month, shall ye have a sabbath, a memorial of blowing of trumpets, an holy convocation… Numbers 10:10 Also in the day of your gladness, and in your solemn days, and in the beginnings of your months, ye shall blow with the trumpets over your burnt offerings, and over the sacrifices of your peace offerings; that they may be to you for a memorial before your God: Iam the LORD your God. Psalm 81:1-4 To the chief Musician upon Gittith,A Psalm of Asaph. Sing aloud unto God our strength: make a joyful noise unto the God of Jacob… set feasts Leviticus 23:1-17 And the LORD spake unto Moses, saying, … Numbers 28:1-29:40 And the LORD spake unto Moses, saying, … Jump to Previous AppointedBurnedBurntBurnt-OfferingsBurnt-SacrificesCommandedContinuallyFeastFeastsFestivalsFixedLawMoonsNewOfferOfferedOfferingOfferingsOrderOrderedOrdinancePrescribedPresentedRegularRegularlyRequiredsSabbathsSacrificesSeasonsServeTimesWayWheneverJump to Next AppointedBurnedBurntBurnt-OfferingsBurnt-SacrificesCommandedContinuallyFeastFeastsFestivalsFixedLawMoonsNewOfferOfferedOfferingOfferingsOrderOrderedOrdinancePrescribedPresentedRegularRegularlyRequiredsSabbathsSacrificesSeasonsServeTimesWayWhenever1 Chronicles 23 1.David in his old age makes Solomon king2.The number and distribution of the Levites7.The families of the Gershonites12.The sons of Kohath21.The sons of Merari24.The office of the LevitesWhenever burnt offerings were presented to the LORDBurnt offerings were a central aspect of Israelite worship, symbolizing atonement and dedication to God. These offerings were entirely consumed by fire, representing complete surrender to the LORD. The practice dates back to the time of Noah ( Genesis 8:20) and was formalized in the Mosaic Law (Leviticus 1). The offerings were a foreshadowing of Christ's ultimate sacrifice, as He offered Himself wholly to God for the atonement of humanity's sins ( Hebrews 10:10). on the Sabbaths, New Moons, and appointed feasts
The Sabbaths, New Moons, and appointed feasts were significant times in the Jewish calendar for worship and remembrance. The Sabbath was a weekly day of rest and worship, instituted at creation (Genesis 2:2-3) and commanded in the Ten Commandments (Exodus 20:8-11). New Moons marked the beginning of each month and were times for special sacrifices (Numbers 28:11-15). Appointed feasts, such as Passover, Pentecost, and the Feast of Tabernacles, were times of communal gathering and celebration, each with its own historical and theological significance (Leviticus 23). These observances pointed to the rhythm of worship and the anticipation of the Messiah, who fulfills the law and the prophets (Matthew 5:17). they were to serve regularly before the LORD
The Levites were tasked with serving regularly before the LORD, maintaining the temple and facilitating worship. This service was a perpetual reminder of God's presence among His people and their need for continual devotion. The regularity of their service underscores the importance of consistent worship and dedication to God, a principle echoed in the New Testament call for believers to offer themselves as living sacrifices (Romans 12:1). in the numbers prescribed for them
The numbers prescribed for the Levites' service were detailed in the Mosaic Law, ensuring order and reverence in worship (Numbers 3:5-10). This organization reflects God's desire for structure and holiness in worship, as well as the importance of each individual's role in the community of faith. The precision in these instructions highlights God's sovereignty and the meticulous care with which He orchestrates His plans, ultimately fulfilled in Christ, who perfectly completed the work of redemption (John 19:30). Persons / Places / Events 1. DavidThe king of Israel who organized the Levitical duties, including the offerings mentioned in this verse. 2. LevitesThe tribe assigned to religious duties, including assisting with sacrifices and maintaining the temple. 3. Burnt OfferingsSacrifices made to God, symbolizing atonement and dedication. 4. Sabbaths, New Moons, and Appointed FeastsSpecific times set by God for worship and offerings, highlighting the rhythm of worship in Israel's calendar. 5. Temple ServiceThe organized worship and sacrificial system established by God for the Israelites, central to their religious life. Teaching Points The Importance of Regular WorshipThe verse emphasizes the regularity and consistency of worship, reminding believers of the importance of maintaining a disciplined spiritual life. Symbolism of SacrificesThe burnt offerings symbolize total dedication to God, encouraging believers to offer their lives as living sacrifices ( Romans 12:1). God's Appointed TimesRecognizing God's appointed times for worship can help believers appreciate the rhythm and order God desires in their spiritual lives. Role of the Community in WorshipThe Levites' role highlights the importance of community and service in worship, encouraging believers to actively participate in their church communities. Fulfillment in ChristUnderstanding the Old Testament sacrificial system helps believers appreciate the complete and final sacrifice of Jesus, deepening their faith and gratitude. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1.What is the meaning of 1 Chronicles 23:31?
2.How does 1 Chronicles 23:31 emphasize the importance of regular worship practices?
3.What role do offerings play in deepening our relationship with God?
4.How can we incorporate daily worship into our modern lives?
5.Connect 1 Chronicles 23:31 with New Testament teachings on worship and offerings.
6.How does this verse inspire commitment to God's commands in our daily routines?
7.What is the significance of daily offerings in 1 Chronicles 23:31 for modern worship practices?
8.How does 1 Chronicles 23:31 reflect the importance of ritual in ancient Israelite religion?
9.Why are specific festivals mentioned in 1 Chronicles 23:31, and what do they symbolize?
10.What are the top 10 Lessons from 1 Chronicles 23?
11.What does the Bible say about the New Moon?
12.What are Firstfruits to God?
13.How do we reconcile the timing of the New Moon feast in 1 Samuel 20:5 with other Old Testament passages referencing similar observances?
14.What does 'Firstfruits of His creatures' mean?What Does 1 Chronicles 23:31 Mean Whenever burnt offerings were presented to the LORD• David is assigning the Levites to handle every sacrifice that goes up in flame, following the daily pattern laid out inExodus 29:38-42 and reaffirmed inNumbers 28:3-8. • The phrase “whenever burnt offerings were presented” reminds us that worship in Israel was rhythmic and continual, not occasional. By tying the Levites’ calling to each presentation, the text underscores that every sacrifice matters to God (Malachi 1:11).
on the Sabbaths, New Moons, and appointed feasts• Sabbaths:Numbers 28:9-10 describes a special two-lamb offering every seventh day. The Levites had to be ready weekly. • New Moons:Numbers 28:11-15 adds rams, bulls, grain, and drink offerings at the start of each month. This signaled fresh dedication, echoed later inIsaiah 66:23 where “from New Moon to another” all flesh will come to worship. • Appointed feasts:Leviticus 23 lists Passover, Weeks, Trumpets, Day of Atonement, and Tabernacles. Each feast carried distinct offerings (Numbers 28:16-31; 29:1-39). The Levites’ role covered them all, showing that every season of national life was framed by sacrificial worship.
they were to serve regularly before the LORD• “Serve” stresses priestly ministry, not casual duty (Deuteronomy 10:8). • “Regularly” translates into a lifelong vocation. David organizes 24 Levitical divisions in1 Chronicles 24:1-19 so the temple never lacks ministers. • Standing “before the LORD” indicates proximity to His presence in the sanctuary, a privilege later fulfilled perfectly by Christ our High Priest (Hebrews 9:24).
in the numbers prescribed for them• God gave exact quantities for each offering—bulls, rams, lambs, and grain measures (Numbers 29:2-34). The Levites could not improvise. • This precision teaches that the Lord cares about both heart and obedience (1 Samuel 15:22;John 14:15). • David’s detailed census of Levites earlier in the chapter (1 Chronicles 23:3-5) matches God’s detailed sacrificial counts, linking willing servants to well-defined tasks.
summary1 Chronicles 23:31 shows David ensuring that worship at the future temple would be constant, orderly, and comprehensive. Every time a burnt offering went up—weekly Sabbaths, monthly New Moons, yearly feasts—Levites were on duty, following God’s exact instructions. The verse highlights continuous devotion, reverent obedience, and a divinely structured ministry that points ahead to the unceasing, perfect intercession of Jesus Christ for His people. (31) And to offer all burnt sacrifices.--Rather, Andover all offering of burnt offerings. The Levites had to select and prepare the victims, the priests offered them, when ready, upon the altar. The Levites had to do this "by number," i.e., according to the several numbers prescribed by the Law for each occasion. (See Numbers 28) According to the order commanded unto them.--According to the rule concerning them: i.e., concerning the sacrifices. Continually.--Heb.,tamid, the technical term in connection with the burnt offerings, which regularly recurred at stated times,e.g., a lamb was offered morning and evening. (Comp.Numbers 28:6.) Verse 31. - And to offer; Hebrew, "and for all the offering of burnt offerings." For other references to the help which the Levites gave in the matter of the burnt offerings, and for the number ( 2 Samuel 2:15; Numbers 28:1-31) of them, see Numbers 29:2-34; 2 Chronicles 29:32-34; 2 Chronicles 35:2-12. The priests alone performed the actual sacrifices. The set feasts. These refer to the three: (1) the Passover (Leviticus 23:4, 5); (2) the Pentecost (Leviticus 23:15-17); (3) the Feast of Tabernacles (Leviticus 23:33-37).
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Hebrew Wheneverוּלְכֹ֨ל(ū·lə·ḵōl)Conjunctive waw, Preposition-l | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 3605:The whole, all, any, everyburnt offeringsעֹלוֹת֙(‘ō·lō·wṯ)Noun - feminine plural
Strong's 5930:Whole burnt offeringwere presentedהַעֲל֤וֹת(ha·‘ă·lō·wṯ)Verb - Hifil - Infinitive construct
Strong's 5927:To ascend, in, activelyto the LORDלַיהוָ֔ה(Yah·weh)Preposition-l | Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3068:LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israelon the Sabbaths,לַשַּׁבָּת֔וֹת(laš·šab·bā·ṯō·wṯ)Preposition-l, Article | Noun - common plural
Strong's 7676:Intermission, the SabbathNew Moons,לֶחֳדָשִׁ֖ים(le·ḥo·ḏā·šîm)Preposition-l, Article | Noun - masculine plural
Strong's 2320:The new moon, a monthand appointed feasts,וְלַמֹּעֲדִ֑ים(wə·lam·mō·‘ă·ḏîm)Conjunctive waw, Preposition-l, Article | Noun - masculine plural
Strong's 4150:Appointed time, place, or meetingthey were to serve regularlyתָּמִ֖יד(tā·mîḏ)Adverb
Strong's 8548:Continuance, constant, ellipt, the regular, sacrificebeforeלִפְנֵ֥י(lip̄·nê)Preposition-l | Noun - common plural construct
Strong's 6440:The facethe LORDיְהוָֽה׃(Yah·weh)Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3068:LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israelin the numbersבְּמִסְפָּ֨ר(bə·mis·pār)Preposition-b | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 4557:A number, definite, indefinite, narrationprescribedכְּמִשְׁפָּ֧ט(kə·miš·pāṭ)Preposition-k | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 4941:A verdict, a sentence, formal decree, divine law, penalty, justice, privilege, stylefor them.עֲלֵיהֶ֛ם(‘ă·lê·hem)Preposition | third person masculine plural
Strong's 5921:Above, over, upon, against
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