And the curious girdle of the ephod, which is upon it, shall be of the same, according to the work thereof; even of gold, of blue, and purple, and scarlet, and fine twined linen.
The skillfully woven belt of the ephod that goes with it should be made from the same materials and in the same way—using gold thread, blue, purple, and scarlet yarn, and fine twisted linen.
God is giving detailed instructions for making a special woven belt that matches the high priest's sacred vest, using the finest and most beautiful materials.
📚 Historical Context
This verse is part of God's detailed instructions to Moses for creating the sacred garments for Aaron, the first high priest of Israel. The ephod was a sleeveless vest-like garment worn over the priest's robe, and this ornate belt would hold it in place. These instructions were given while the Israelites were camped at Mount Sinai, as God was establishing the formal worship system for His newly freed people.
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