And he made the breastplate of cunning work, like the work of the ephod; of gold, blue, and purple, and scarlet, and fine twined linen.
And he made the breastplate with skillful craftsmanship, just like the work of the ephod; using gold, blue, purple, and scarlet thread, and fine twisted linen.
The craftsman made the high priest's breastplate with the same beautiful, skilled workmanship and precious materials as the ephod.
📚 Historical Context
In the book of Exodus, the Israelites were in the wilderness after their deliverance from Egypt, where God provided detailed instructions for building the Tabernacle and creating the priestly garments to establish a system of worship. The breastplate mentioned in this verse was a key piece of the High Priest's attire, intricately designed with gold and colorful threads to symbolize holiness and to bear the names of the twelve tribes of Israel on gemstones. This craftsmanship reflected the cultural emphasis in ancient Near Eastern societies on elaborate religious artifacts to honor the divine.
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