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href="/bsb/exodus/39.htm" class="clickchap" style="color:#001320" title="Click any translation name for full chapter">  (Click for Chapter)</a></div><div id="par"><span class="versiontext"><a href="/niv/exodus/39.htm">New International Version</a></span><br />For the breastpiece they made braided chains of pure gold, like a rope.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nlt/exodus/39.htm">New Living Translation</a></span><br />To attach the chestpiece to the ephod, they made braided cords of pure gold thread.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/exodus/39.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />And they made on the breastpiece twisted chains like cords, of pure gold.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/exodus/39.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />For the breastpiece they made braided chains like cords of pure gold.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/exodus/39.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />And they made upon the breastplate chains at the ends, <i>of</i> wreathen work <i>of</i> pure gold.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/exodus/39.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />And they made chains for the breastplate at the ends, like braided cords of pure gold.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/exodus/39.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />And they made for the breastpiece chains like cords, work of twisted cords of pure gold.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/exodus/39.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />They made on the breastpiece chains like cords, of twisted cordage work in pure gold.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/exodus/39.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />And they made on the breastpiece chains like cords, of twisted cordage work in pure gold.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/exodus/39.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />They made on the breastpiece chains of a twisted work of cords in pure gold.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/exodus/39.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />And they made on the breastpiece twisted chains like cords of pure gold.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/exodus/39.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />They made braided chains of pure gold cord for the breastpiece.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/exodus/39.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />They made braided chains of pure gold cord for the breastpiece. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/exodus/39.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />And they made upon the breastplate chains like cords, of wreathen work of pure gold.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/exodus/39.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />And they made upon the breastplate chains like cords, of wreathen work of pure gold.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/exodus/39.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />For the breastplate they made chains out of pure gold, twisted like ropes.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/exodus/39.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />For the breastpiece they made chains of pure gold, twisted like cords. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/exodus/39.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />They made chains of pure gold twisted like cords for the breast piece. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/exodus/39.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />For the breastpiece they made braided chains like cords of pure gold.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/exodus/39.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />They made for the breastpiece braided chains like cords of pure gold,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/exodus/39.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />They made on the breastplate chains like cords, of braided work of pure gold.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/exodus/39.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />And they made upon the breast-plate chains at the ends, of wreathed work of pure gold.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/exodus/39.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />They made on the breastplate chains like cords, of braided work of pure gold. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/exodus/39.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />And they make wreathed chains on the breastplate, [the] work of thick bands of pure gold;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/exodus/39.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> And they make on the breastplate wreathed chains, work of thick bands, of pure gold;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/exodus/39.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />And they will make upon the breast-plate, chains, wreathen, a work of interweaving of pure gold.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/exodus/39.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />They made also in the rational little chains linked one to another of the purest gold, <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/exodus/39.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br />They also made, in the breastplate, little chains linked to one another, from the purest gold,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/exodus/39.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />Chains of pure gold, twisted like cords, were made for the breastpiece,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/exodus/39.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />They made on the breastpiece chains of pure gold, twisted like cords;<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/exodus/39.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />And they made upon the breastplate chains at the two ends, of braided work of pure gold.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/exodus/39.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />And they made twin chains on the breastplate, twined works of pure gold.<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/exodus/39.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />And they made upon the breastplate plaited chains, of wreathen work of pure gold.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/exodus/39.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />And they made on the oracle turned wreaths, wreathen work, of pure gold,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/exodus/39-15.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=10345" 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 Breastpiece</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">14</span>The twelve stones corresponded to the names of the sons of Israel. Each stone was engraved like a seal with the name of one of the twelve tribes. <span class="reftext">15</span><span class="highl"><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.">For</a> <a href="/hebrew/2833.htm" title="2833: ha·ḥō·šen (Art:: N-ms) -- From an unused root probably meaning to contain or sparkle; perhaps a pocket, or rich, used only of the gorget of the highpriest.">the breastpiece</a> <a href="/hebrew/6213.htm" title="6213: way·ya·‘ă·śū (Conj-w:: V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3mp) -- To do, make. A primitive root; to do or make, in the broadest sense and widest application.">they made</a> <a href="/hebrew/4639.htm" title="4639: ma·‘ă·śêh (N-msc) -- A deed, work. From asah; an action; generally, a transaction; abstractly, activity; by implication, a product or property.">braided</a> <a href="/hebrew/5688.htm" title="5688: ‘ă·ḇōṯ (N-cs) -- Cord, rope, cordage. Or rabowth; or tabothah; the same as aboth; something intwined, i.e. A string, wreath or foliage.">chains</a> <a href="/hebrew/1383.htm" title="1383: gaḇ·luṯ (N-fs) -- A twisting. From gabal; a twisted chain or lace.">like cords</a> <a href="/hebrew/8333.htm" title="8333: šar·šə·rōṯ (N-fpc) -- Chain. From sharash; a chain; Probably a garland."></a> <a href="/hebrew/2889.htm" title="2889: ṭā·hō·wr (Adj-ms) -- Clean, pure. Or tahor; from taher; pure.">of pure</a> <a href="/hebrew/2091.htm" title="2091: zā·hāḇ (N-ms) -- Gold. From an unused root meaning to shimmer; gold, figuratively, something gold-colored, as oil, a clear sky.">gold.</a> </span><span class="reftext">16</span>They also made two gold filigree settings and two gold rings, and fastened the two rings to the two corners of the breastpiece.…<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/28-22.htm">Exodus 28:22-25</a></span><br />For the breastpiece, make braided chains like cords of pure gold. / You are also to make two gold rings and fasten them to the two corners of the breastpiece. / Then fasten the two gold chains to the two gold rings at the corners of the breastpiece, ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/exodus/28-14.htm">Exodus 28:14</a></span><br />and two chains of pure gold, made of braided cord work; and attach these chains to the settings.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/exodus/28-11.htm">Exodus 28:11-12</a></span><br />Engrave the names of the sons of Israel on the two stones the way a gem cutter engraves a seal. Then mount the stones in gold filigree settings. / Fasten both stones on the shoulder pieces of the ephod as memorial stones for the sons of Israel. Aaron is to bear their names on his two shoulders as a memorial before the LORD.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/exodus/28-6.htm">Exodus 28:6-8</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="/exodus/28-4.htm">Exodus 28:4</a></span><br />These are the garments that they shall make: a breastpiece, an ephod, a robe, a woven tunic, a turban, and a sash. They are to make these holy garments for your brother Aaron and his sons, so that they may serve Me as priests.<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/31-50.htm">Numbers 31:50</a></span><br />So we have brought to the LORD an offering of the gold articles each man acquired—armlets, bracelets, rings, earrings, and necklaces—to make atonement for ourselves before the LORD.”<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</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.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_chronicles/4-12.htm">2 Chronicles 4:12-13</a></span><br />the two pillars; the two bowl-shaped capitals atop the pillars; the two sets of network covering both bowls of the capitals atop the pillars; / the four hundred pomegranates for the two sets of network (two rows of pomegranates for each network covering both the bowl-shaped capitals atop the pillars);<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/61-10.htm">Isaiah 61:10</a></span><br />I will rejoice greatly in the LORD, my soul will exult in my God; for He has clothed me with garments of salvation and wrapped me in a robe of righteousness, as a bridegroom wears a priestly headdress, as a bride adorns herself with her jewels.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/ezekiel/16-11.htm">Ezekiel 16:11-13</a></span><br />I adorned you with jewelry, and I put bracelets on your wrists and a chain around your neck. / I put a ring in your nose, earrings on your ears, and a beautiful crown upon your head. / So you were adorned with gold and silver, and your clothing was made of fine linen, silk, and embroidered cloth. You ate fine flour, honey, and oil. You became very beautiful and rose to be queen.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/22-11.htm">Matthew 22:11-12</a></span><br />But when the king came in to see the guests, he spotted a man who was not dressed in wedding clothes. / ‘Friend,’ he asked, ‘how did you get in here without wedding clothes?’ But the man was speechless.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/luke/15-22.htm">Luke 15:22</a></span><br />But the father said to his servants, ‘Quick! Bring the best robe and put it on him. Put a ring on his finger and sandals on his feet.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/john/19-23.htm">John 19:23-24</a></span><br />When the soldiers had crucified Jesus, they divided His garments into four parts, one for each soldier, with the tunic remaining. It was seamless, woven in one piece from top to bottom. / So they said to one another, “Let us not tear it. Instead, let us cast lots to see who will get it.” This was to fulfill the Scripture: “They divided My garments among them, and cast lots for My clothing.” So that is what the soldiers did.</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">And they made on the breastplate chains at the ends, of wreathen work of pure gold.</p><p class="hdg">chains at the ends</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/exodus/28-14.htm">Exodus 28:14</a></b></br> And two chains <i>of</i> pure gold at the ends; <i>of</i> wreathen work shalt thou make them, and fasten the wreathen chains to the ouches.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/2_chronicles/3-5.htm">2 Chronicles 3:5</a></b></br> And the greater house he cieled with fir tree, which he overlaid with fine gold, and set thereon palm trees and chains.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/songs/1-10.htm">Song of Solomon 1:10</a></b></br> Thy cheeks are comely with rows <i>of jewels</i>, thy neck with chains <i>of gold</i>.</p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/exodus/39-8.htm">Bag</a> <a href="/exodus/39-4.htm">Bands</a> <a href="/exodus/28-25.htm">Braided</a> <a href="/exodus/39-9.htm">Breastpiece</a> <a href="/exodus/39-9.htm">Breastplate</a> <a href="/exodus/39-9.htm">Breast-Plate</a> <a href="/exodus/28-25.htm">Chains</a> <a href="/exodus/28-22.htm">Cordage</a> <a href="/exodus/35-18.htm">Cords</a> <a href="/exodus/39-4.htm">Ends</a> <a href="/exodus/39-13.htm">Gold</a> <a href="/exodus/28-22.htm">Laced</a> <a href="/exodus/39-1.htm">Plaited</a> <a href="/exodus/37-29.htm">Pure</a> <a href="/exodus/28-22.htm">Rope</a> <a href="/exodus/28-25.htm">Thick</a> <a href="/exodus/39-13.htm">Twisted</a> <a href="/exodus/39-8.htm">Work</a> <a href="/exodus/28-25.htm">Wreathed</a> <a href="/exodus/28-25.htm">Wreathen</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/exodus/39-16.htm">Bag</a> <a href="/exodus/39-17.htm">Bands</a> <a href="/exodus/39-17.htm">Braided</a> <a href="/exodus/39-16.htm">Breastpiece</a> <a href="/exodus/39-16.htm">Breastplate</a> <a href="/exodus/39-16.htm">Breast-Plate</a> <a href="/exodus/39-17.htm">Chains</a> <a href="/exodus/28-14.htm">Cordage</a> <a href="/exodus/39-17.htm">Cords</a> <a href="/exodus/39-16.htm">Ends</a> <a href="/exodus/39-16.htm">Gold</a> <a href="/exodus/28-14.htm">Laced</a> <a href="/exodus/39-41.htm">Plaited</a> <a href="/exodus/39-25.htm">Pure</a> <a href="/joshua/2-15.htm">Rope</a> <a href="/exodus/39-17.htm">Thick</a> <a href="/exodus/39-17.htm">Twisted</a> <a href="/exodus/39-22.htm">Work</a> <a href="/exodus/39-17.htm">Wreathed</a> <a href="/exodus/39-17.htm">Wreathen</a><div class="vheading2">Exodus 39</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/exodus/39-1.htm">The cloths of service and holy garments.</a></span><br><span class="reftext">2. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/exodus/39-2.htm">The ephod</a></span><br><span class="reftext">8. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/exodus/39-8.htm">The breast-plate</a></span><br><span class="reftext">22. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/exodus/39-22.htm">The robe of the ephod</a></span><br><span class="reftext">27. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/exodus/39-27.htm">The coats, mitre, and girdle of fine linen</a></span><br><span class="reftext">30. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/exodus/39-30.htm">The plate of the holy crown</a></span><br><span class="reftext">32. </span><span 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'; 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It was worn over the ephod and held the Urim and Thummim, which were used for divine decision-making. This piece symbolized the high priest's role in representing the people before God and carrying their concerns into the Holy of Holies. The breastpiece's design and function are detailed in <a href="/exodus/28.htm">Exodus 28</a>, emphasizing its importance in the priestly duties.<p><b>they made braided chains</b><br>The craftsmanship involved in making the breastpiece was intricate and required skilled artisans. The use of braided chains suggests a level of complexity and durability, ensuring that the breastpiece was securely attached to the ephod. This detail highlights the care and precision in following God's instructions for the tabernacle and priestly garments, reflecting the order and beauty of God's creation.<p><b>like cords</b><br>The comparison to cords indicates the strength and flexibility of the chains. This imagery can be seen as a metaphor for the strength and unity required in the community of Israel, bound together by their covenant with God. The cords also symbolize the connection between the high priest and the divine, as he intercedes on behalf of the people.<p><b>of pure gold</b><br>Gold, a symbol of purity, divinity, and kingship, was extensively used in the tabernacle and its furnishings. Its use in the breastpiece signifies the holiness and sacredness of the high priest's role. Gold's incorruptible nature points to the eternal and unchanging nature of God. In a typological sense, the use of gold can be seen as a foreshadowing of Christ, who is pure and without blemish, serving as the ultimate high priest.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_israelites.htm">The Israelites</a></b><br>The chosen 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/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>3. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_breastpiece.htm">The Breastpiece</a></b><br>A sacred garment worn by the High Priest, part of the priestly vestments, symbolizing judgment and the representation of the twelve tribes of Israel before God.<br><br>4. <b><a href="/topical/b/bezalel_and_oholiab.htm">Bezalel and Oholiab</a></b><br>Skilled artisans appointed by God to oversee the construction of the Tabernacle and its furnishings, including the breastpiece.<br><br>5. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_high_priest.htm">The High Priest</a></b><br>The spiritual leader of Israel, who wore the breastpiece as part of his official attire when ministering before the Lord.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/o/obedience_to_god's_instructions.htm">Obedience to God's Instructions</a></b><br>The Israelites' careful construction of the breastpiece according to God's design demonstrates the importance of obedience in our spiritual lives.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/s/symbolism_of_the_breastpiece.htm">Symbolism of the Breastpiece</a></b><br>The breastpiece represents the High Priest's role in bearing the names of the tribes of Israel before God, reminding us of our responsibility to intercede for others.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_role_of_skilled_artisans.htm">The Role of Skilled Artisans</a></b><br>Bezalel and Oholiab's involvement underscores the value of using our God-given talents for His glory and the edification of the church.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_holiness_of_worship.htm">The Holiness of Worship</a></b><br>The detailed craftsmanship of the breastpiece reflects the reverence and holiness required in worshiping God, encouraging us to approach Him with awe and respect.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/c/christ_as_our_high_priest.htm">Christ as Our High Priest</a></b><br>The breastpiece foreshadows Christ's role as our mediator, reminding us of His continual intercession on our behalf.<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/biblical_weights_and_measures.htm">What are the Biblical weights and measures?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/can_exodus_28_gems_match_israel's_trade.htm">Exodus 28:15-21: Could the precise identification and sourcing of twelve specific gemstones align historically with the Israelites' environment and trading networks?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_did_israelites_get_materials_for_garments.htm">Exodus 28:2-5: Where did nomadic Israelites supposedly in the desert acquire the costly fabrics, precious stones, and gold for such elaborate garments?</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/39-15.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">For</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">the breastpiece</span><br /><span class="heb">הַחֹ֛שֶׁן</span> <span class="translit">(ha·ḥō·šen)</span><br /><span class="parse">Article | Noun - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_2833.htm">Strong's 2833: </a> </span><span class="str2">A pocket, rich, the gorget of the highpriest</span><br /><br /><span class="word">they made</span><br /><span class="heb">וַיַּעֲשׂ֧וּ</span> <span class="translit">(way·ya·‘ă·śū)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine 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">braided</span><br /><span class="heb">גַּבְלֻ֖ת</span> <span class="translit">(gaḇ·luṯ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - feminine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_1383.htm">Strong's 1383: </a> </span><span class="str2">A twisted chain, lace</span><br /><br /><span class="word">chains</span><br /><span class="heb">שַׁרְשְׁרֹ֥ת</span> <span class="translit">(šar·šə·rōṯ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - feminine plural construct<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_8333.htm">Strong's 8333: </a> </span><span class="str2">A chain, a garland</span><br /><br /><span class="word">of pure</span><br /><span class="heb">טָהֽוֹר׃</span> <span class="translit">(ṭā·hō·wr)</span><br /><span class="parse">Adjective - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_2889.htm">Strong's 2889: </a> </span><span class="str2">Clean, pure</span><br /><br /><span class="word">gold</span><br /><span class="heb">זָהָ֖ב</span> <span class="translit">(zā·hāḇ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_2091.htm">Strong's 2091: </a> </span><span class="str2">Gold, something gold-colored, as oil, a clear sky</span><br /><br /><span class="word">cord.</span><br /><span class="heb">עֲבֹ֑ת</span> <span class="translit">(‘ă·ḇōṯ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - common singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_5688.htm">Strong's 5688: </a> </span><span class="str2">Something intwined, a string, wreath, foliage</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/exodus/39-15.htm">Exodus 39:15 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/exodus/39-15.htm">Exodus 39:15 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/exodus/39-15.htm">Exodus 39:15 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/exodus/39-15.htm">Exodus 39:15 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/exodus/39-15.htm">Exodus 39:15 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/exodus/39-15.htm">Exodus 39:15 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/exodus/39-15.htm">Exodus 39:15 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/exodus/39-15.htm">Exodus 39:15 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/exodus/39-15.htm">Exodus 39:15 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/exodus/39-15.htm">Exodus 39:15 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/exodus/39-15.htm">OT Law: Exodus 39:15 They made on the breastplate chains like (Exo. 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