יחזקאל, פרק מ״ו, פסוק י״א

The guidelines for grain offerings take on a unique character during holidays and special occasions, with specific quantities required to accompany each animal sacrifice. The instructions refer to these celebrations using a dual expression, sparking a discussion about the exact nature of the days involved. One approach views this double phrasing simply as the use of synonyms for the sake of emphasis and clarity [מצודת דוד].

However, others draw a clear distinction between the concepts. The first implies a time of joy, feasting, and celebration—such as the dedication of the Temple—which does not necessarily occur on a fixed calendar date. The second concept refers to a pre-set appointed time, even if it is not a traditional festival. By combining both ideas, the guidelines successfully encompass every type of special day [רד״ק].

Another perspective connects these instructions specifically to the future dedication of the Temple and the holidays surrounding it. In this view, the first category points to the holiday of Shavuot, named for the special festival peace offerings brought at that time. The second category refers to Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur, which fall at the conclusion of the dedication period. During these specific days, no additional animal sacrifices will be offered beyond what is originally commanded in the Torah, but special grain offerings will be added to honor the Temple's dedication [מצודת דוד, מלבי״ם].

Regarding the amounts for these grain offerings, a fixed measure of one ephah is required for both a bull and a ram. When it comes to sheep, however, the requirement is described as a gift of the hand. This implies that the amount is not strictly fixed, but rather depends entirely on the personal generosity and open-handedness of the individual bringing the offering [מצודת דוד]. Alternatively, this instruction can be understood as a specific requirement to bring six sheep, accompanied by a sixth of an ephah of grain for each one, similar to the standard offering for the new moon. The precise number is omitted here simply because Rosh Hashanah coincides with the new moon. Therefore, it is naturally understood that the number of sacrifices brought would never fall below the regular new moon standard [מלבי״ם].