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it was coupled together at its two edges.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/exodus/39.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />They made attaching shoulder pieces for the ephod; it was attached at its two <i>upper</i> ends.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/exodus/39.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />They made attaching shoulder pieces for the ephod; it was attached at its two upper ends.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/exodus/39.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />They made attaching shoulder pieces for the ephod; it was attached at its two <i>upper</i> ends.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/exodus/39.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />They made joining shoulder pieces for the ephod; it was joined at its two <i>upper</i> ends.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/exodus/39.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />They made attaching shoulder pieces for the ephod; it was attached at its two [upper] edges.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/exodus/39.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />They made shoulder pieces for attaching it; it was joined together at its two edges.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/exodus/39.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />They made shoulder pieces for attaching it; it was joined together at its two edges. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/exodus/39.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />They made shoulder-pieces for it, joined together; at the two ends was it joined together.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/exodus/39.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />They made shoulderpieces for it, joined together: at the two ends was it joined together.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/exodus/39.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />They made two shoulder straps attached at the [top] corners so that the ephod could be fastened.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/exodus/39.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />They made two shoulder straps for the ephod and attached them to its sides, so that it could be fastened. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/exodus/39.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />They made connecting shoulder pieces for the ephod and attached them to its two edges. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/exodus/39.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />They made shoulder pieces for the ephod, which were attached at two of its corners, so it could be fastened.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/exodus/39.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />They made shoulder pieces for it, attached to two of its corners, so it could be joined together.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/exodus/39.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />They made shoulder straps for it, joined together. At the two ends it was joined together.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/exodus/39.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />They made shoulder-pieces for it, to couple it together: by the two edges was it coupled together.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/exodus/39.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />They made shoulder straps for it, joined together. It was joined together at the two ends. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/exodus/39.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />they have made shoulder-pieces for it, joining; it is joined at its two ends.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/exodus/39.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> shoulder-pieces they have made for it, joining; at its two ends it is joined.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/exodus/39.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />Shoulders they made to it to join together: upon its two ends it was joined together.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/exodus/39.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />And two borders coupled one to the other in the top on either side, <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/exodus/39.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br />And he made two edges, coupled to one another at the top of both sides,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/exodus/39.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />Shoulder straps were made for it and joined to its two upper ends.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/exodus/39.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />They made for the ephod shoulder-pieces, joined to it at its two edges.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/exodus/39.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />They made shoulder-pieces for it, to join it together; by the two edges was it joined together.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/exodus/39.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />They made shoulder pieces for it, joined by joining its two sides.<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/exodus/39.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />They made shoulder-pieces for it, joined together; at the two ends was it joined together.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/exodus/39.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />shoulder-pieces joined from both sides, a work woven by mutual twisting of the parts into one another.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/exodus/39-4.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></span></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="audio" id="audio"></a><div class="vheadingv"><b>Audio Bible</b></div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/kVae3PiKqhs?start=10260" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><div class="vheadingv"><b>Context</b></div><span class="hdg"><a href="/bsb/exodus/39.htm">The Ephod</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">3</span>They hammered out thin sheets of gold and cut threads from them to interweave with the blue, purple, and scarlet yarn, and fine linen—the work of a skilled craftsman. <span class="reftext">4</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/6213.htm" title="6213: ‘ā·śū- (V-Qal-Perf-3cp) -- To do, make. A primitive root; to do or make, in the broadest sense and widest application.">They made</a> <a href="/hebrew/3802.htm" title="3802: kə·ṯê·p̄ōṯ (N-fp) -- From an unused root meaning to clothe; the shoulder; figuratively, side-piece or lateral projection of anything.">shoulder pieces</a> <a href="/hebrew/lōw (Prep:: 3ms) -- ">for the ephod,</a> <a href="/hebrew/2266.htm" title="2266: ḥō·ḇə·rōṯ (V-Qal-Prtcpl-fp) -- To unite, be joined, to tie a magic knot or spell, to charm. A primitive root; to join; specifically to fascinate.">which were attached</a> <a href="/hebrew/5921.htm" title="5921: ‘al- (Prep) -- Properly, the same as al used as a preposition; above, over, upon, or against in a great variety of applications.">at</a> <a href="/hebrew/8147.htm" title="8147: šə·nê (Number-mdc) -- Two (a card. number). Dual of sheniy; feminine shttayim; two; also twofold.">two</a> <a href="/hebrew/7098.htm" title="7098: qiṣ·wō·ṯō (N-fpc:: 3ms) -- An end. Feminine of qatseh; a termination.">of its corners,</a> <a href="/hebrew/2266.htm" title="2266: ḥub·bār (V-Pual-Perf-3ms) -- To unite, be joined, to tie a magic knot or spell, to charm. A primitive root; to join; specifically to fascinate.">so it could be fastened.</a> </span><span class="reftext">5</span>And the skillfully woven waistband of the ephod was of one piece with the ephod, of the same workmanship—with gold, with blue, purple, and scarlet yarn, and with finely spun linen, just as the LORD had commanded Moses.…<div class="cred"><a href="//berean.bible">Berean Standard Bible</a> · <a href="//berean.bible/downloads.htm">Download</a></div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="crossref" id="crossref"></a><div class="vheading">Cross References</div><div id="crf"><span class="crossverse"><a href="/exodus/28-6.htm">Exodus 28:6-14</a></span><br />They are to make the ephod of finely spun linen embroidered with gold, and with blue, purple, and scarlet yarn. / It shall have two shoulder pieces attached at two of its corners, so it can be fastened. / And the skillfully woven waistband of the ephod must be of one piece, of the same workmanship—with gold, with blue, purple, and scarlet yarn, and with finely spun linen. ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/leviticus/8-7.htm">Leviticus 8:7-9</a></span><br />He put the tunic on Aaron, tied the sash around him, clothed him with the robe, and put the ephod on him. He tied the woven band of the ephod around him and fastened it to him. / Then he put the breastpiece on him and placed the Urim and Thummim in the breastpiece. / Moses also put the turban on Aaron’s head and set the gold plate, the holy diadem, on the front of the turban, as the LORD had commanded him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/numbers/4-5.htm">Numbers 4:5-6</a></span><br />Whenever the camp sets out, Aaron and his sons are to go in, take down the veil of the curtain, and cover the ark of the Testimony with it. / They are to place over this a covering of fine leather, spread a solid blue cloth over it, and insert its poles.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_kings/7-15.htm">1 Kings 7:15-22</a></span><br />He cast two pillars of bronze, each eighteen cubits high and twelve cubits in circumference. / He also made two capitals of cast bronze to set on top of the pillars, each capital five cubits high. / For the capitals on top of the pillars he made a network of lattice, with wreaths of chainwork, seven for each capital. ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_chronicles/3-16.htm">2 Chronicles 3:16-17</a></span><br />He made interwoven chains and put them on top of the pillars. He made a hundred pomegranates and fastened them into the chainwork. / Then he set up the pillars in front of the temple, one on the south and one on the north. The pillar on the south he named Jachin, and the pillar on the north he named Boaz.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/22-21.htm">Isaiah 22:21</a></span><br />I will clothe him with your robe and tie your sash around him. I will put your authority in his hand, and he will be a father to the dwellers of Jerusalem and to the house of Judah.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/ezekiel/44-17.htm">Ezekiel 44:17-18</a></span><br />When they enter the gates of the inner court, they are to wear linen garments; they must not wear anything made of wool when they minister at the gates of the inner court or inside the temple. / They are to wear linen turbans on their heads and linen undergarments around their waists. They must not wear anything that makes them perspire.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/hebrews/5-1.htm">Hebrews 5:1-4</a></span><br />Every high priest is appointed from among men to represent them in matters relating to God, to offer gifts and sacrifices for sins. / He is able to deal gently with those who are ignorant and misguided, since he himself is subject to weakness. / That is why he is obligated to offer sacrifices for his own sins, as well as for the sins of the people. ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/hebrews/7-26.htm">Hebrews 7:26-28</a></span><br />Such a high priest truly befits us—One who is holy, innocent, undefiled, set apart from sinners, and exalted above the heavens. / Unlike the other high priests, He does not need to offer daily sacrifices, first for His own sins and then for the sins of the people; He sacrificed for sin once for all when He offered up Himself. / For the law appoints as high priests men who are weak; but the oath, which came after the law, appointed the Son, who has been made perfect forever.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/hebrews/8-1.htm">Hebrews 8:1-5</a></span><br />The point of what we are saying is this: We do have such a high priest, who sat down at the right hand of the throne of the Majesty in heaven, / and who ministers in the sanctuary and true tabernacle set up by the Lord, not by man. / And since every high priest is appointed to offer both gifts and sacrifices, it was necessary for this One also to have something to offer. ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/hebrews/9-11.htm">Hebrews 9:11-12</a></span><br />But when Christ came as high priest of the good things that have come, He went through the greater and more perfect tabernacle that is not made by hands and is not a part of this creation. / He did not enter by the blood of goats and calves, but He entered the Most Holy Place once for all by His own blood, thus securing eternal redemption.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/hebrews/9-24.htm">Hebrews 9:24</a></span><br />For Christ did not enter a man-made copy of the true sanctuary, but He entered heaven itself, now to appear on our behalf in the presence of God.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/revelation/1-13.htm">Revelation 1:13</a></span><br />and among the lampstands was One like the Son of Man, dressed in a long robe, with a golden sash around His chest.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/revelation/15-6.htm">Revelation 15:6</a></span><br />And out of the temple came the seven angels with the seven plagues, dressed in clean and bright linen and girded with golden sashes around their chests.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/revelation/19-8.htm">Revelation 19:8</a></span><br />She was given clothing of fine linen, bright and pure.” For the fine linen she wears is the righteous acts of the saints.</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">They made shoulder pieces for it, to couple it together: by the two edges was it coupled together.</p><p class="hdg">no reference </p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/exodus/28-12.htm">Arms</a> <a href="/exodus/28-7.htm">Attached</a> <a href="/exodus/28-25.htm">Attaching</a> <a href="/exodus/38-28.htm">Bands</a> <a href="/exodus/38-5.htm">Corners</a> <a href="/exodus/36-18.htm">Couple</a> <a href="/exodus/36-29.htm">Coupled</a> <a href="/exodus/28-24.htm">Edges</a> <a href="/exodus/38-5.htm">Ends</a> <a href="/exodus/39-2.htm">Ephod</a> <a href="/exodus/38-28.htm">Fastened</a> <a href="/exodus/36-29.htm">Joined</a> <a href="/exodus/36-18.htm">Joining</a> <a href="/exodus/34-13.htm">Pieces</a> <a href="/exodus/29-27.htm">Shoulder</a> <a 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class="outlinetext"><a href="/exodus/39-32.htm">All is finished, reviewed, and approved by Moses</a></span><br></div></div><div id="mdd"><div align="center"><div class="bot2"><table align="center" width="100%"><tr><td><div align="center"> <script id="3d27ed63fc4348d5b062c4527ae09445"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=51ce25d5-1a8c-424a-8695-4bd48c750f35&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script> <script id="b817b7107f1d4a7997da1b3c33457e03"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=cb0edd8b-b416-47eb-8c6d-3cc96561f7e8&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-2'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-0' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-3'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-1' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <div align="center" id='div-gpt-ad-1531425649696-0'> </div><br /><br /> <ins class="adsbygoogle" style="display:inline-block;width:200px;height:200px" data-ad-client="ca-pub-3753401421161123" data-ad-slot="3592799687"></ins> <script> (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); </script> <br /><br /> </div> </td></tr></table></div></div></div><div id="combox"><div class="padcom"><a name="study" id="study"></a><div class="vheading"><table width="100%"><tr><td width="99%" valign="top"><a href="/study/exodus/39.htm">Study Bible</a></td><td width="1%" valign="top"><a href="/study/exodus/" title="Book Summary and Study">Book ◦</a> <a href="/study/chapters/exodus/39.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div><b>They made shoulder pieces for the ephod</b><br>The ephod was a sacred garment worn by the high priest, integral to the priestly attire described in Exodus. The shoulder pieces were significant as they held the onyx stones engraved with the names of the twelve tribes of Israel, symbolizing the high priest bearing the people before God. This act of bearing the tribes on the shoulders can be seen as a type of Christ, who bears the burdens of His people. The ephod's design reflects the importance of intercession and representation before God, a role fulfilled by Jesus as our High Priest (<a href="/hebrews/4-14.htm">Hebrews 4:14-16</a>).<p><b>which were attached at two of its corners</b><br>The attachment at the corners indicates a precise and intentional design, ensuring the ephod was secure and functional. This detail underscores the importance of order and structure in worship, reflecting God's nature as a God of order (<a href="/1_corinthians/14-33.htm">1 Corinthians 14:33</a>). The craftsmanship required for such attachments highlights the skill and dedication of the artisans, who were filled with the Spirit of God for this task (<a href="/exodus/31.htm">Exodus 31:1-6</a>).<p><b>so it could be fastened</b><br>The fastening of the ephod ensured that it remained in place during the high priest's duties, symbolizing stability and readiness in service to God. This stability can be seen as a metaphor for the steadfastness required in spiritual leadership and service. The concept of being "fastened" or "secured" is echoed in the New Testament, where believers are encouraged to stand firm in their faith (<a href="/ephesians/6-13.htm">Ephesians 6:13-14</a>). The ephod's secure fastening also points to the security believers have in Christ, who holds them firmly in His care (<a href="/john/10-28.htm">John 10:28-29</a>).<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_israelites.htm">The Israelites</a></b><br>The people of God who were given the task of constructing the Tabernacle and its furnishings according to God's instructions.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/b/bezalel_and_oholiab.htm">Bezalel and Oholiab</a></b><br>Skilled craftsmen appointed by God to oversee the construction of the Tabernacle and its sacred garments.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_ephod.htm">The Ephod</a></b><br>A sacred garment worn by the High Priest, part of the priestly attire, symbolizing the priest's role as a mediator between God and the people.<br><br>4. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_tabernacle.htm">The Tabernacle</a></b><br>The portable dwelling place for the presence of God among the Israelites during their journey through the wilderness.<br><br>5. <b><a href="/topical/m/mount_sinai.htm">Mount Sinai</a></b><br>The place where God gave Moses the instructions for the Tabernacle and the priestly garments.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/t/the_importance_of_obedience.htm">The Importance of Obedience</a></b><br>The Israelites followed God's specific instructions for the ephod, demonstrating the importance of obedience in our walk with God.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/s/symbolism_of_the_ephod.htm">Symbolism of the Ephod</a></b><br>The ephod represents the priestly role of mediation, pointing to Christ as our ultimate mediator.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/u/unity_and_connection.htm">Unity and Connection</a></b><br>The shoulder pieces attached to the ephod symbolize the unity and connection between God and His people, reminding us of our connection to Christ.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/c/craftsmanship_and_skill.htm">Craftsmanship and Skill</a></b><br>The detailed work on the ephod highlights the value of using our God-given skills for His glory.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/p/priestly_role_of_believers.htm">Priestly Role of Believers</a></b><br>As believers, we are called to be a royal priesthood, serving God and others with dedication and faithfulness.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_exodus_39.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Exodus 39</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_are_priestly_garments'_parts.htm">What are the components of Priestly Garments?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_does_'ephod'_mean.htm">What does 'ephod' mean?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_did_solomon's_rule_split_israel.htm">How did Solomon's reign lead to Israel's division?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_was_the_breastpiece_crafted_in_the_wild.htm">Exodus 39:8-21: How did they manage the sophisticated techniques required to craft and engrave the breastpiece with gemstone settings in a wilderness setting?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/exodus/39-4.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a></span><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Hebrew</div><span class="word">They made</span><br /><span class="heb">עָֽשׂוּ־</span> <span class="translit">(‘ā·śū-)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person common plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_6213.htm">Strong's 6213: </a> </span><span class="str2">To do, make</span><br /><br /><span class="word">shoulder pieces</span><br /><span class="heb">כְּתֵפֹ֥ת</span> <span class="translit">(kə·ṯê·p̄ōṯ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - feminine plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3802.htm">Strong's 3802: </a> </span><span class="str2">The shoulder, side-piece, lateral projection of anything</span><br /><br /><span class="word">for [the ephod],</span><br /><span class="heb">ל֖וֹ</span> <span class="translit">(lōw)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition | third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/.htm">Strong's Hebrew</a> </span><span class="str2"></span><br /><br /><span class="word">which were joined</span><br /><span class="heb">חֹבְרֹ֑ת</span> <span class="translit">(ḥō·ḇə·rōṯ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Qal - Participle - feminine plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_2266.htm">Strong's 2266: </a> </span><span class="str2">To unite, be joined, to tie a magic knot or spell, to charm</span><br /><br /><span class="word">to</span><br /><span class="heb">עַל־</span> <span class="translit">(‘al-)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_5921.htm">Strong's 5921: </a> </span><span class="str2">Above, over, upon, against</span><br /><br /><span class="word">two</span><br /><span class="heb">שְׁנֵ֥י</span> <span class="translit">(šə·nê)</span><br /><span class="parse">Number - mdc<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_8147.htm">Strong's 8147: </a> </span><span class="str2">Two (a cardinal number)</span><br /><br /><span class="word">of its corners</span><br /><span class="heb">קְצוֹתָ֖יו</span> <span class="translit">(qə·ṣō·w·ṯāw)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - feminine plural construct | third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_7118.htm">Strong's 7118: </a> </span><span class="str2">A termination, a portion, after</span><br /><br /><span class="word">for fastening it.</span><br /><span class="heb">חֻבָּֽר׃</span> <span class="translit">(ḥub·bār)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Pual - Perfect - third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_2266.htm">Strong's 2266: </a> </span><span class="str2">To unite, be joined, to tie a magic knot or spell, to charm</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/exodus/39-4.htm">Exodus 39:4 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/exodus/39-4.htm">Exodus 39:4 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/exodus/39-4.htm">Exodus 39:4 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/exodus/39-4.htm">Exodus 39:4 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/exodus/39-4.htm">Exodus 39:4 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/exodus/39-4.htm">Exodus 39:4 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/exodus/39-4.htm">Exodus 39:4 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/exodus/39-4.htm">Exodus 39:4 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/exodus/39-4.htm">Exodus 39:4 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/exodus/39-4.htm">Exodus 39:4 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/exodus/39-4.htm">OT Law: Exodus 39:4 They made shoulder straps for it joined (Exo. 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