And these are the garments which they shall make; a breastplate, and an ephod, and a robe, and a broidered coat, a mitre, and a girdle: and they shall make holy garments for Aaron thy brother, and his sons, that he may minister unto me in the priest’s office.
These are the clothes they must make: a breastplate, an ephod, a robe, an embroidered coat, a turban, and a sash. They will make these holy garments for your brother Aaron and his sons so they can serve me as priests.
God is giving detailed instructions for making special sacred clothing for Aaron and his sons to wear when they serve as priests.
📚 Historical Context
This verse comes from God's instructions to Moses about establishing the priesthood for Israel after their exodus from Egypt. Aaron, Moses' brother, was chosen to be the first high priest, and his sons would serve as priests under him. These elaborate garments were designed to set the priests apart as holy and to reflect the glory and beauty of God's presence among His people.
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