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Exodus 39:17

Made Simple — Modern English Translation

Translated by Verse Made Simple Editorial
KJV ORIGINAL
And they put the two wreathen chains of gold in the two rings on the ends of the breastplate.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE

And they attached the two twisted gold chains to the two rings at the ends of the breastplate.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

This verse describes the careful craftsmanship of attaching golden chains to the high priest's breastplate, showing attention to God's specific instructions for worship.

📚 Historical Context

This verse describes the construction of the high priest's breastplate, a sacred garment worn by Aaron and his descendants when serving in the tabernacle. The breastplate contained twelve precious stones representing the twelve tribes of Israel and was part of the elaborate priestly garments God commanded Moses to have made. These detailed instructions showed the importance of approaching God with reverence and following His specific guidelines for worship.

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