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Exodus 39:16

Made Simple — Modern English Translation

Translated by Verse Made Simple Editorial
KJV ORIGINAL
And they made two ouches of gold, and two gold rings; and put the two rings in the two ends of the breastplate.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE

They made two gold settings and two gold rings, and attached the two rings to the two top corners of the breastplate.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

The craftsmen are carefully following God's instructions by making and attaching gold rings to the corners of the high priest's breastplate.

📚 Historical Context

In the book of Exodus, the Israelites were in the wilderness after their exodus from Egypt, following God's precise instructions for building the Tabernacle and creating the sacred garments for the High Priest. This verse describes part of the craftsmanship involved in making the breastplate, a key piece of the High Priest's attire that symbolized his role in bearing the names of the tribes before God and seeking divine guidance. The detailed work reflected God's emphasis on holiness and order in worship during this foundational period of Israelite history.

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