KJV ORIGINAL
And they wrought onyx stones inclosed in ouches of gold, graven, as signets are graven, with the names of the children of Israel.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
They prepared onyx stones set in gold frames, with the names of Israel's sons engraved on them like official seals.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
The craftsmen created special engraved stones with the names of Israel's twelve tribes, set in gold settings for the high priest's ceremonial clothing.
📚 Historical Context
This verse describes the making of the high priest's ephod (ceremonial vest) as God commanded Moses. The twelve onyx stones represented the twelve tribes of Israel and were worn on the high priest's shoulders when he entered God's presence. This was part of the elaborate tabernacle construction project after Israel received the Ten Commandments at Mount Sinai.
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