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and <i>so</i> it shall be joined together.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/exodus/28.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />It shall have two shoulder straps joined at its two edges, and <i>so</i> it shall be joined together.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/exodus/28.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />It shall have two shoulder pieces joined to its two ends, so that it may be joined.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/exodus/28.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />&#8220It shall have two shoulder pieces joined to its two ends, that it may be joined.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/exodus/28.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />“It shall have two shoulder pieces joined to its two ends, that it may be joined.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/exodus/28.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />It shall have two shoulder pieces joined to its two ends, that it may be joined.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/exodus/28.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />It is to have two shoulder pieces joined to its two [back and front] ends, so that it may be joined together.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/exodus/28.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />It must have two shoulder pieces attached to its two edges so that it can be joined together.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/exodus/28.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />It must have two shoulder pieces attached to its two edges so that it can be joined together. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/exodus/28.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />It shall have two shoulder-pieces joined to the two ends thereof, that it may be joined together.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/exodus/28.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />It shall have two shoulderpieces joined to the two ends thereof; that it may be joined together.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/exodus/28.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />It will have two shoulder straps attached at the [top] corners so that it can be fastened.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/exodus/28.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />Two shoulder straps, by which it can be fastened, are to be attached to the sides. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/exodus/28.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />It is to have two shoulder-pieces attached to its two edges so it can be joined together. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/exodus/28.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />It shall have two shoulder pieces attached at two of its corners, so it can be fastened.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/exodus/28.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />It is to have two shoulder pieces attached to two of its corners, so it can be joined together.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/exodus/28.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />It shall have two shoulder straps joined to the two ends of it, that it may be joined together.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/exodus/28.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />It shall have the two shoulder-pieces thereof joined at the two edges thereof; and so it shall be joined together.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/exodus/28.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />It shall have two shoulder straps joined to the two ends of it, that it may be joined together. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/exodus/28.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />it has two shoulders joining at its two ends, and it is joined.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/exodus/28.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> it hath two shoulders joining at its two ends, and it is joined.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/exodus/28.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />Two shoulder pieces shall be joined to it, to its two ends: and it being joined together.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/exodus/28.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />It shall have the two edges joined in the top on both sides, that they may be closed together. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/exodus/28.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br />It shall have two edges joined at the top on both sides, so that they may respond as one.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/exodus/28.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />It shall have a pair of shoulder straps joined to its two upper ends.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/exodus/28.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />It shall have two shoulder-pieces attached to its two edges, so that it may be joined together.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/exodus/28.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />It shall have the two shoulder-pieces thereof joined at the two edges; so it shall be joined together,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/exodus/28.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />Let two shoulders be joined to it on its two sides and it shall join.<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/exodus/28.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />It shall have two shoulder-pieces joined to the two ends thereof, that it may be joined together.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/exodus/28.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />It shall have two shoulder-pieces joined together, fastened on the two sides.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/exodus/28-7.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=7007" 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/28.htm">The Ephod</a></span><br><span class="reftext">6</span>They are to make the ephod of finely spun linen embroidered with gold, and with blue, purple, and scarlet yarn. <span class="reftext">7</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/1961.htm" title="1961: yih·yeh- (V-Qal-Imperf-3ms) -- To fall out, come to pass, become, be. A primitive root; to exist, i.e. Be or become, come to pass.">It shall have</a> <a href="/hebrew/lōw (Prep:: 3ms) -- "></a> <a href="/hebrew/8147.htm" title="8147: šə·tê (Number-fdc) -- Two (a card. number). Dual of sheniy; feminine shttayim; two; also twofold.">two</a> <a href="/hebrew/3802.htm" title="3802: ḵə·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/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.">attached</a> <a href="/hebrew/413.htm" title="413: ’el- (Prep) -- To, into, towards. ">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: qə·ṣō·w·ṯāw (N-fpc:: 3ms) -- An end. Feminine of qatseh; a termination.">of its corners,</a> <a href="/hebrew/2266.htm" title="2266: wə·ḥub·bār (Conj-w:: V-Pual-ConjPerf-3ms) -- To unite, be joined, to tie a magic knot or spell, to charm. A primitive root; to join; specifically to fascinate.">so it can be fastened.</a> </span><span class="reftext">8</span>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.…<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="/leviticus/8-7.htm">Leviticus 8:7</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.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/exodus/39-4.htm">Exodus 39:4</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="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/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/9-1.htm">Hebrews 9:1-5</a></span><br />Now the first covenant had regulations for worship and also an earthly sanctuary. / A tabernacle was prepared. In its first room were the lampstand, the table, and the consecrated bread. This was called the Holy Place. / Behind the second curtain was a room called the Most Holy Place, ...<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/10-19.htm">Hebrews 10:19-22</a></span><br />Therefore, brothers, since we have confidence to enter the Most Holy Place by the blood of Jesus, / by the new and living way opened for us through the curtain of His body, / and since we have a great priest over the house of God, ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_peter/2-5.htm">1 Peter 2:5</a></span><br />you also, like living stones, are being built into a spiritual house to be a holy priesthood, offering spiritual sacrifices acceptable to God through Jesus Christ.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_peter/2-9.htm">1 Peter 2:9</a></span><br />But you are a chosen people, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, a people for God’s own possession, to proclaim the virtues of Him who called you out of darkness into His marvelous light.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/revelation/1-6.htm">Revelation 1:6</a></span><br />who has made us to be a kingdom, priests to His God and Father—to Him be the glory and power forever and ever! Amen.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/revelation/5-10.htm">Revelation 5:10</a></span><br />You have made them to be a kingdom and priests to serve our God, and they will reign upon the earth.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/revelation/20-6.htm">Revelation 20:6</a></span><br />Blessed and holy are those who share in the first resurrection! The second death has no power over them, but they will be priests of God and of Christ and will reign with Him for a thousand years.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/numbers/18-7.htm">Numbers 18:7</a></span><br />But only you and your sons shall attend to your priesthood for everything concerning the altar and what is inside the veil, and you are to perform that service. I am giving you the work of the priesthood as a gift, but any outsider who comes near the sanctuary must be put to death.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_chronicles/15-27.htm">1 Chronicles 15:27</a></span><br />Now David was dressed in a robe of fine linen, as were all the Levites who were carrying the ark, as well as the singers and Chenaniah, the director of music for the singers. David also wore a linen ephod.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_chronicles/26-18.htm">2 Chronicles 26:18</a></span><br />They took their stand against King Uzziah and said, “Uzziah, you have no right to offer incense to the LORD. Only the priests, the descendants of Aaron, are consecrated to burn incense. Leave the sanctuary, for you have acted unfaithfully; you will not receive honor from the LORD God.”</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">It shall have the two shoulder pieces thereof joined at the two edges thereof; and so it shall be joined together.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/exodus/39-4.htm">Exodus 39:4</a></b></br> They made shoulderpieces for it, to couple <i>it</i> together: by the two edges was it coupled together.</p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/genesis/49-24.htm">Arms</a> <a href="/genesis/32-32.htm">Attached</a> <a href="/exodus/27-17.htm">Bands</a> <a href="/exodus/27-4.htm">Corners</a> <a href="/revelation/2-12.htm">Edges</a> <a href="/exodus/25-19.htm">Ends</a> <a href="/exodus/27-17.htm">Fastened</a> <a href="/exodus/26-24.htm">Joined</a> <a href="/exodus/26-11.htm">Joining</a> <a href="/exodus/23-24.htm">Pieces</a> <a href="/exodus/12-34.htm">Shoulder</a> <a href="/exodus/39-18.htm">Shoulderpieces</a> <a href="/1_kings/7-30.htm">Shoulder-Pieces</a> <a href="/exodus/12-34.htm">Shoulders</a> <a href="/acts/22-25.htm">Straps</a> <a href="/exodus/27-19.htm">Thereof</a> <a href="/exodus/27-17.htm">Together</a> <a href="/exodus/26-24.htm">Top</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/exodus/28-12.htm">Arms</a> <a href="/exodus/39-4.htm">Attached</a> <a href="/exodus/28-14.htm">Bands</a> <a href="/exodus/28-23.htm">Corners</a> <a href="/exodus/28-23.htm">Edges</a> <a href="/exodus/28-14.htm">Ends</a> <a href="/exodus/37-3.htm">Fastened</a> <a href="/exodus/28-27.htm">Joined</a> <a href="/exodus/28-25.htm">Joining</a> <a href="/exodus/28-12.htm">Pieces</a> <a href="/exodus/28-12.htm">Shoulder</a> <a href="/exodus/28-25.htm">Shoulderpieces</a> <a href="/exodus/28-12.htm">Shoulder-Pieces</a> <a href="/exodus/28-12.htm">Shoulders</a> <a href="/exodus/28-12.htm">Straps</a> <a href="/exodus/28-8.htm">Thereof</a> <a href="/exodus/30-35.htm">Together</a> <a href="/exodus/28-25.htm">Top</a><div class="vheading2">Exodus 28</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/exodus/28-1.htm">Aaron and his sons are set apart for the priest's office</a></span><br><span class="reftext">2. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/exodus/28-2.htm">Holy garments are appointed</a></span><br><span class="reftext">6. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/exodus/28-6.htm">The ephod and girdle</a></span><br><span class="reftext">15. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/exodus/28-15.htm">The breast-plate with twelve precious stones</a></span><br><span class="reftext">30. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/exodus/28-30.htm">The Urim and Thummim</a></span><br><span class="reftext">31. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/exodus/28-31.htm">The robe of the ephod, with pomegranates and bells</a></span><br><span class="reftext">36. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/exodus/28-36.htm">The plate of the mitre</a></span><br><span class="reftext">39. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/exodus/28-39.htm">The embroidered coat</a></span><br><span class="reftext">40. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/exodus/28-40.htm">The garments for Aaron's sons</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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In ancient Near Eastern cultures, shoulders often represented strength and responsibility. The high priest bore the names of the tribes of Israel on these shoulder pieces, signifying his role as a mediator between God and the people.<p><b>attached at two of its corners</b><br>The attachment at the corners indicates a precise and intentional design, ensuring stability and functionality. This detail reflects the meticulous nature of God's instructions for the tabernacle and priestly garments, emphasizing the importance of obedience and order in worship. The corners may also symbolize the encompassing nature of God's covenant with Israel, as the high priest represents all the tribes.<p><b>so it can be fastened</b><br>The fastening of the shoulder pieces ensured that the ephod remained secure during the high priest's duties. This stability is crucial, as it reflects the unchanging and steadfast nature of God's covenant. The fastening mechanism may also point to the binding nature of the priestly role, as the high priest is bound to his duties and responsibilities. In a typological sense, this can be seen as a foreshadowing of Christ, who perfectly fulfills the role of the eternal high priest, securing the covenant between God and humanity.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/m/moses.htm">Moses</a></b><br>The leader of the Israelites, who received the instructions for the priestly garments from God on Mount Sinai.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/a/aaron.htm">Aaron</a></b><br>Moses' brother, who was appointed as the first high priest of Israel. The instructions for the garments were specifically for him and his descendants.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/i/israelites.htm">Israelites</a></b><br>The chosen people of God, who were to be served by the priests in the tabernacle.<br><br>4. <b><a href="/topical/t/tabernacle.htm">Tabernacle</a></b><br>The portable dwelling place for the divine presence among the Israelites, where the priests performed their duties.<br><br>5. <b><a href="/topical/p/priestly_garments.htm">Priestly Garments</a></b><br>Special clothing designed for the high priest, symbolizing holiness and the unique role of the priesthood.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/s/symbolism_of_the_ephod.htm">Symbolism of the Ephod</a></b><br>The ephod, with its shoulder pieces, symbolizes the responsibility and burden of the priestly role. It reminds us of the weight of spiritual leadership and the call to bear one another's burdens.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/u/unity_and_connection.htm">Unity and Connection</a></b><br>The joining of the shoulder pieces signifies unity and connection. In the body of Christ, we are called to be united, working together for the common purpose of glorifying God.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/h/holiness_and_set-apartness.htm">Holiness and Set-Apartness</a></b><br>The detailed instructions for the priestly garments highlight the importance of holiness and being set apart for God's service. As believers, we are called to live lives that reflect God's holiness.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/o/obedience_to_god's_instructions.htm">Obedience to God's Instructions</a></b><br>The precise nature of the instructions for the garments underscores the importance of obedience to God's commands. We are called to follow God's Word carefully and faithfully.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_exodus_28.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Exodus 28</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's_the_horns_of_the_altar's_role.htm">What are the Horns of the Altar's significance?</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/why_was_israel_chosen_by_god.htm">Why was Israel chosen by God?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/exodus/28.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>(7) <span class= "bld">The two shoulder pieces thereof.</span>--Rather, <span class= "ital">two shoulder pieces.</span><p><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/exodus/28.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verse 7.</span> - <span class="cmt_word">The</span> <span class="cmt_word">two shoulder-pieces thereof,</span> Literally, "Two shoulder-pieces." There is no article, and no possessive pronoun. <span class="cmt_word">At the two edges thereof.</span> Literally, "at its two ends." A union of the back and front flaps of the dress by a seam at the top of the shoulder seems to be intended. Female dresses were made in this way among the Greeks, but fastened with a brooch or buckle. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/exodus/28-7.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">It shall have</span><br /><span class="heb">יִֽהְיֶה־</span> <span class="translit">(yih·yeh-)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Qal - Imperfect - third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_1961.htm">Strong's 1961: </a> </span><span class="str2">To fall out, come to pass, become, be</span><br /><br /><span class="word">two</span><br /><span class="heb">שְׁתֵּ֧י</span> <span class="translit">(šə·tê)</span><br /><span class="parse">Number - fdc<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">shoulder pieces</span><br /><span class="heb">כְתֵפֹ֣ת</span> <span class="translit">(ḵə·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">joined</span><br /><span class="heb">חֹֽבְרֹ֗ת</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">at</span><br /><span class="heb">אֶל־</span> <span class="translit">(’el-)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_413.htm">Strong's 413: </a> </span><span class="str2">Near, with, among, to</span><br /><br /><span class="word">its 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">ends,</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_7098.htm">Strong's 7098: </a> </span><span class="str2">A termination </span><br /><br /><span class="word">so it can be fastened.</span><br /><span class="heb">וְחֻבָּֽר׃</span> <span class="translit">(wə·ḥub·bār)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Verb - Pual - Conjunctive 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/28-7.htm">Exodus 28:7 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/exodus/28-7.htm">Exodus 28:7 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/exodus/28-7.htm">Exodus 28:7 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/exodus/28-7.htm">Exodus 28:7 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/exodus/28-7.htm">Exodus 28:7 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/exodus/28-7.htm">Exodus 28:7 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/exodus/28-7.htm">Exodus 28:7 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/exodus/28-7.htm">Exodus 28:7 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/exodus/28-7.htm">Exodus 28:7 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/exodus/28-7.htm">Exodus 28:7 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/exodus/28-7.htm">OT Law: Exodus 28:7 It shall have two shoulder straps joined (Exo. 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