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Exodus 39:18

Made Simple — Modern English Translation

Translated by Verse Made Simple Editorial
KJV ORIGINAL
And the two ends of the two wreathen chains they fastened in the two ouches, and put them on the shoulderpieces of the ephod, before it.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE

They attached the two ends of the two braided chains to the two gold settings, and put them on the shoulder pieces of the ephod at the front.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

The craftsmen are carefully attaching decorative braided chains to the front shoulder pieces of the high priest's special vest.

📚 Historical Context

This verse describes the detailed construction of the ephod, a sacred vest worn by Israel's high priest when serving in the tabernacle. The Israelites were following God's precise instructions given to Moses on Mount Sinai for creating the priestly garments. These elaborate garments symbolized the priest's role as mediator between God and the people, with every detail having spiritual significance.

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