KJV ORIGINAL
And the third row, a ligure, an agate, and an amethyst.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
And the third row had a jacinth, an agate, and an amethyst.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
This verse describes the third row of precious stones that were set into the high priest's breastplate as God had commanded.
📚 Historical Context
This verse is part of the detailed account of crafting the high priest's breastplate, which contained twelve precious stones representing the twelve tribes of Israel. The breastplate was worn by Aaron and subsequent high priests when they entered God's presence in the tabernacle. Each stone was engraved with the name of one of Israel's tribes, symbolically carrying the people before God.
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