And they did beat the gold into thin plates, and cut it into wires, to work it in the blue, and in the purple, and in the scarlet, and in the fine linen, with cunning work.
They hammered the gold into thin sheets and cut it into fine threads, then skillfully wove it into the blue, purple, and scarlet fabric and fine linen.
The craftsmen carefully prepared gold threads to weave into the beautiful, colorful fabrics for the priestly garments.
📚 Historical Context
This verse describes the meticulous craftsmanship involved in making the high priest's garments as God had commanded Moses. The Israelites were in the wilderness, having received detailed instructions for creating the tabernacle and priestly clothing. The gold threading technique mentioned was an advanced metalworking skill that showed the extraordinary care and expense invested in items used for worshipping God.
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