Exodus 28:23
Exodus 28:23 in Multiple Translations
You are also to make two gold rings and fasten them to the two corners of the breastpiece.
And thou shalt make upon the breastplate two rings of gold, and shalt put the two rings on the two ends of the breastplate.
And thou shalt make upon the breastplate two rings of gold, and shalt put the two rings on the two ends of the breastplate.
And put two gold rings on the two ends of the bag.
Make two gold rings and fasten them to the two top corners of the breastpiece.
Thou shalt make also vpon the brest plate two rings of golde, and put the two rings on the two endes of the brest plate.
and thou hast made on the breastplate two rings of gold, and hast put the two rings on the two ends of the breastplate;
You shall make on the breastplate two rings of gold, and shall put the two rings on the two ends of the breastplate.
And thou shalt make upon the breast-plate two rings of gold, and shalt put the two rings on the two ends of the breast-plate.
And two rings of gold, which thou shalt put in the two ends at the top of the rational.
The workman must make two gold rings, and attach them to the upper corners of the sacred pouch.
Berean Amplified Bible — Exodus 28:23
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Exodus 28:23 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וְ/עָשִׂ֨יתָ֙
עַל
הַ/חֹ֔שֶׁן
שְׁתֵּ֖י
טַבְּע֣וֹת
זָהָ֑ב
וְ/נָתַתָּ֗
אֶת
שְׁתֵּי֙
הַ/טַּבָּע֔וֹת
עַל
שְׁנֵ֖י
קְצ֥וֹת
הַ/חֹֽשֶׁן
וְ/עָשִׂ֨יתָ֙
ʻâsâh
H6213
to make
Conj | V-Qal-2ms
עַל
ʻal
H5921
upon
Prep
הַ/חֹ֔שֶׁן
chôshen
H2833
breastpiece
Art | N-ms
שְׁתֵּ֖י
shᵉnayim
H8147
two
Adj
טַבְּע֣וֹת
ṭabbaʻath
H2885
ring
N-fp
זָהָ֑ב
zâhâb
H2091
gold
N-ms
וְ/נָתַתָּ֗
nâthan
H5414
to give
Conj | V-Qal-2ms
אֶת
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
DirObjM
שְׁתֵּי֙
shᵉnayim
H8147
two
Adj
הַ/טַּבָּע֔וֹת
ṭabbaʻath
H2885
ring
Art | N-fp
עַל
ʻal
H5921
upon
Prep
שְׁנֵ֖י
shᵉnayim
H8147
two
Adj
קְצ֥וֹת
qâtsâh
H7098
end
N-cp
הַ/חֹֽשֶׁן
chôshen
H2833
breastpiece
Art | N-ms
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Hebrew Word Reference — Exodus 28:23
וְ/עָשִׂ֨יתָ֙
ʻâsâh
H6213
"to make"
Conj | V-Qal-2ms
This verb means to make or do something, and is used over 2,600 times in the Bible. It is first used in Genesis 1:7 to describe God's creation of the world and is also used in Exodus 31:5 to describe the work of skilled craftsmen.
Definition: : make(OBJECT) 1) to do, fashion, accomplish, make 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to do, work, make, produce 1a1a) to do 1a1b) to work 1a1c) to deal (with) 1a1d) to act, act with effect, effect 1a2) to make 1a2a) to make 1a2b) to produce 1a2c) to prepare 1a2d) to make (an offering) 1a2e) to attend to, put in order 1a2f) to observe, celebrate 1a2g) to acquire (property) 1a2h) to appoint, ordain, institute 1a2i) to bring about 1a2j) to use 1a2k) to spend, pass 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to be done 1b2) to be made 1b3) to be produced 1b4) to be offered 1b5) to be observed 1b6) to be used 1c) (Pual) to be made
Usage: Occurs in 2286 OT verses. KJV: accomplish, advance, appoint, apt, be at, become, bear, bestow, bring forth, bruise, be busy, [idiom] certainly, have the charge of, commit, deal (with), deck, [phrase] displease, do, (ready) dress(-ed), (put in) execute(-ion), exercise, fashion, [phrase] feast, (fight-) ing man, [phrase] finish, fit, fly, follow, fulfill, furnish, gather, get, go about, govern, grant, great, [phrase] hinder, hold (a feast), [idiom] indeed, [phrase] be industrious, [phrase] journey, keep, labour, maintain, make, be meet, observe, be occupied, offer, [phrase] officer, pare, bring (come) to pass, perform, pracise, prepare, procure, provide, put, requite, [idiom] sacrifice, serve, set, shew, [idiom] sin, spend, [idiom] surely, take, [idiom] thoroughly, trim, [idiom] very, [phrase] vex, be (warr-) ior, work(-man), yield, use. See also: Genesis 1:7; Genesis 34:19; Exodus 18:24.
עַל
ʻal
H5921
"upon"
Prep
This Hebrew word means on or above something, like a physical object or a situation. It can also imply a sense of responsibility or accountability, as in being on behalf of someone.
Definition: prep 1) upon, on the ground of, according to, on account of, on behalf of, concerning, beside, in addition to, together with, beyond, above, over, by, on to, towards, to, against 1a) upon, on the ground of, on the basis of, on account of, because of, therefore, on behalf of, for the sake of, for, with, in spite of, notwithstanding, concerning, in the matter of, as regards 1b) above, beyond, over (of excess) 1c) above, over (of elevation or pre-eminence) 1d) upon, to, over to, unto, in addition to, together with, with (of addition) 1e) over (of suspension or extension) 1f) by, adjoining, next, at, over, around (of contiguity or proximity) 1g) down upon, upon, on, from, up upon, up to, towards, over towards, to, against (with verbs of motion) 1h) to (as a dative)
Usage: Occurs in 4493 OT verses. KJV: above, according to(-ly), after, (as) against, among, and, [idiom] as, at, because of, beside (the rest of), between, beyond the time, [idiom] both and, by (reason of), [idiom] had the charge of, concerning for, in (that), (forth, out) of, (from) (off), (up-) on, over, than, through(-out), to, touching, [idiom] with. See also: Genesis 1:2; Genesis 24:13; Genesis 41:33.
הַ/חֹ֔שֶׁן
chôshen
H2833
"breastpiece"
Art | N-ms
The breastpiece was a sacred pouch worn by the high priest to hold the Urim and Thummim, as seen in Exodus 28:15-30.
Definition: 1) breastplate, breastpiece 1a) sacred pouch of the high priest designed to hold the Urim and Thummim
Usage: Occurs in 21 OT verses. KJV: breastplate. See also: Exodus 25:7; Exodus 29:5; Leviticus 8:8.
שְׁתֵּ֖י
shᵉnayim
H8147
"two"
Adj
The Hebrew word for the number two appears in Genesis and Exodus, describing pairs and dualities. It can also mean double or twice. In the Bible, it is often used to describe things that come in twos, like two witnesses or two tablets.
Definition: 1) two 1a) two (the cardinal number) 1a1) two, both, double, twice 1b) second (the ordinal number) 1c) in combination with other numbers 1d) both (a dual number)
Usage: Occurs in 646 OT verses. KJV: both, couple, double, second, twain, [phrase] twelfth, [phrase] twelve, [phrase] twenty (sixscore) thousand, twice, two. See also: Genesis 1:16; Exodus 30:4; Numbers 13:23.
טַבְּע֣וֹת
ṭabbaʻath
H2885
"ring"
N-fp
A ring or signet is the meaning of this Hebrew word, which can be a symbol of authority or an ornament. It is used to describe a ring that is sunk into wax to seal something, and is often translated as ring or signet in the KJV. This word appears in various contexts throughout the Bible.
Definition: 1) ring, signet, signet ring 1a) signet ring (as symbol of authority) 1b) ring (as ornament)
Usage: Occurs in 38 OT verses. KJV: ring. See also: Genesis 41:42; Exodus 37:3; Isaiah 3:21.
זָהָ֑ב
zâhâb
H2091
"gold"
N-ms
Gold is a valuable metal, also used to describe something yellow or brilliant, like oil or a clear sky. It is often mentioned in the Bible as a precious resource.
Definition: 1) gold 1a) as precious metal 1b) as a measure of weight 1c) of brilliance, splendour (fig.) Aramaic equivalent: de.hav (דְּהַב "gold" H1722)
Usage: Occurs in 336 OT verses. KJV: gold(-en), fair weather. See also: Genesis 2:11; Numbers 7:26; 1 Chronicles 28:17.
וְ/נָתַתָּ֗
nâthan
H5414
"to give"
Conj | V-Qal-2ms
This word means to give, put, or set something, with a wide range of applications. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus, describing God's actions and human interactions. The word is used to convey giving, selling, or exchanging something.
Definition: : give/deliver/send/produce 1) to give, put, set 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to give, bestow, grant, permit, ascribe, employ, devote, consecrate, dedicate, pay wages, sell, exchange, lend, commit, entrust, give over, deliver up, yield produce, occasion, produce, requite to, report, mention, utter, stretch out, extend 1a2) to put, set, put on, put upon, set, appoint, assign, designate 1a3) to make, constitute 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to be given, be bestowed, be provided, be entrusted to, be granted to, be permitted, be issued, be published, be uttered, be assigned 1b2) to be set, be put, be made, be inflicted 1c) (Hophal) 1c1) to be given, be bestowed, be given up, be delivered up 1c2) to be put upon
Usage: Occurs in 1816 OT verses. KJV: add, apply, appoint, ascribe, assign, [idiom] avenge, [idiom] be (healed), bestow, bring (forth, hither), cast, cause, charge, come, commit, consider, count, [phrase] cry, deliver (up), direct, distribute, do, [idiom] doubtless, [idiom] without fail, fasten, frame, [idiom] get, give (forth, over, up), grant, hang (up), [idiom] have, [idiom] indeed, lay (unto charge, up), (give) leave, lend, let (out), [phrase] lie, lift up, make, [phrase] O that, occupy, offer, ordain, pay, perform, place, pour, print, [idiom] pull, put (forth), recompense, render, requite, restore, send (out), set (forth), shew, shoot forth (up), [phrase] sing, [phrase] slander, strike, (sub-) mit, suffer, [idiom] surely, [idiom] take, thrust, trade, turn, utter, [phrase] weep, [phrase] willingly, [phrase] withdraw, [phrase] would (to) God, yield. See also: Genesis 1:17; Genesis 40:21; Exodus 30:12.
אֶת
ʼêth
H853
"Obj."
DirObjM
In the original Hebrew, this word points out the object of a verb or preposition, like 'namely' or 'even'. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus. It's not directly translated in English, but helps clarify the meaning of sentences.
Definition: sign of the definite direct object, not translated in English but generally preceding and indicating the accusative Aramaic equivalent: yat (יָת "whom" H3487)
Usage: Occurs in 6782 OT verses. KJV: (as such unrepresented in English). See also: Genesis 1:1; Genesis 10:8; Genesis 19:21.
שְׁתֵּי֙
shᵉnayim
H8147
"two"
Adj
The Hebrew word for the number two appears in Genesis and Exodus, describing pairs and dualities. It can also mean double or twice. In the Bible, it is often used to describe things that come in twos, like two witnesses or two tablets.
Definition: 1) two 1a) two (the cardinal number) 1a1) two, both, double, twice 1b) second (the ordinal number) 1c) in combination with other numbers 1d) both (a dual number)
Usage: Occurs in 646 OT verses. KJV: both, couple, double, second, twain, [phrase] twelfth, [phrase] twelve, [phrase] twenty (sixscore) thousand, twice, two. See also: Genesis 1:16; Exodus 30:4; Numbers 13:23.
הַ/טַּבָּע֔וֹת
ṭabbaʻath
H2885
"ring"
Art | N-fp
A ring or signet is the meaning of this Hebrew word, which can be a symbol of authority or an ornament. It is used to describe a ring that is sunk into wax to seal something, and is often translated as ring or signet in the KJV. This word appears in various contexts throughout the Bible.
Definition: 1) ring, signet, signet ring 1a) signet ring (as symbol of authority) 1b) ring (as ornament)
Usage: Occurs in 38 OT verses. KJV: ring. See also: Genesis 41:42; Exodus 37:3; Isaiah 3:21.
עַל
ʻal
H5921
"upon"
Prep
This Hebrew word means on or above something, like a physical object or a situation. It can also imply a sense of responsibility or accountability, as in being on behalf of someone.
Definition: prep 1) upon, on the ground of, according to, on account of, on behalf of, concerning, beside, in addition to, together with, beyond, above, over, by, on to, towards, to, against 1a) upon, on the ground of, on the basis of, on account of, because of, therefore, on behalf of, for the sake of, for, with, in spite of, notwithstanding, concerning, in the matter of, as regards 1b) above, beyond, over (of excess) 1c) above, over (of elevation or pre-eminence) 1d) upon, to, over to, unto, in addition to, together with, with (of addition) 1e) over (of suspension or extension) 1f) by, adjoining, next, at, over, around (of contiguity or proximity) 1g) down upon, upon, on, from, up upon, up to, towards, over towards, to, against (with verbs of motion) 1h) to (as a dative)
Usage: Occurs in 4493 OT verses. KJV: above, according to(-ly), after, (as) against, among, and, [idiom] as, at, because of, beside (the rest of), between, beyond the time, [idiom] both and, by (reason of), [idiom] had the charge of, concerning for, in (that), (forth, out) of, (from) (off), (up-) on, over, than, through(-out), to, touching, [idiom] with. See also: Genesis 1:2; Genesis 24:13; Genesis 41:33.
שְׁנֵ֖י
shᵉnayim
H8147
"two"
Adj
The Hebrew word for the number two appears in Genesis and Exodus, describing pairs and dualities. It can also mean double or twice. In the Bible, it is often used to describe things that come in twos, like two witnesses or two tablets.
Definition: 1) two 1a) two (the cardinal number) 1a1) two, both, double, twice 1b) second (the ordinal number) 1c) in combination with other numbers 1d) both (a dual number)
Usage: Occurs in 646 OT verses. KJV: both, couple, double, second, twain, [phrase] twelfth, [phrase] twelve, [phrase] twenty (sixscore) thousand, twice, two. See also: Genesis 1:16; Exodus 30:4; Numbers 13:23.
קְצ֥וֹת
qâtsâh
H7098
"end"
N-cp
In the book of Isaiah, this word means the end or termination of something. It can also refer to a corner or edge of a territory. This word is used to describe the limits of God's creation.
Definition: 1) end, extremity 1a) end 1b) from the whole of, from among (of what is included between extremities)
Usage: Occurs in 31 OT verses. KJV: coast, corner, (selv-) edge, lowest, (uttermost) participle See also: Exodus 25:18; Exodus 39:18; Psalms 19:7.
הַ/חֹֽשֶׁן
chôshen
H2833
"breastpiece"
Art | N-ms
The breastpiece was a sacred pouch worn by the high priest to hold the Urim and Thummim, as seen in Exodus 28:15-30.
Definition: 1) breastplate, breastpiece 1a) sacred pouch of the high priest designed to hold the Urim and Thummim
Usage: Occurs in 21 OT verses. KJV: breastplate. See also: Exodus 25:7; Exodus 29:5; Leviticus 8:8.
Study Notes — Exodus 28:23
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Context — The Breastpiece
21The twelve stones are to correspond to the names of the sons of Israel, each engraved like a seal with the name of one of the twelve tribes.
22For the breastpiece, make braided chains like cords of pure gold.
23You are also to make two gold rings and fasten them to the two corners of the breastpiece.
24Then fasten the two gold chains to the two gold rings at the corners of the breastpiece, 25and fasten the other ends of the two chains to the two filigree settings, attaching them to the shoulder pieces of the ephod at the front.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Exodus 25:11–15 | Overlay it with pure gold both inside and out, and make a gold molding around it. Cast four gold rings for it and fasten them to its four feet, two rings on one side and two on the other. And make poles of acacia wood and overlay them with gold. Insert the poles into the rings on the sides of the ark, in order to carry it. The poles are to remain in the rings of the ark; they must not be removed. |
Exodus 28:23 Summary
The verse Exodus 28:23 talks about making two gold rings to attach to the breastpiece, which was part of the priest's special clothes. These rings helped connect the breastpiece to the rest of the priest's garments, kind of like how we connect with God through our hearts and actions, as seen in verses like Deuteronomy 6:5 and Matthew 22:37. The gold rings also remind us of God's love and value for us, and how He wants us to be close to Him, as described in verses like Jeremiah 31:3 and John 14:23. By following God's instructions carefully, like the priest did, we can show our love and respect for Him, just like the priest's garments were made with care and attention to detail, as seen in Exodus 28:2-5.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the purpose of the gold rings mentioned in Exodus 28:23?
The gold rings were used to fasten the breastpiece to the ephod, as described in Exodus 28:24, and symbolize the connection between the priest's heart and his role as a mediator between God and the people, as seen in Exodus 28:29-30.
Why were the rings made of gold?
The use of gold in the construction of the priest's garments, including the rings in Exodus 28:23, represents the value and purity of God's presence, as highlighted in Exodus 25:17 and Isaiah 1:25.
How do the gold rings relate to the rest of the priest's garments?
The gold rings in Exodus 28:23 are part of the larger description of the priest's garments in Exodus 28, which includes the ephod, the breastpiece, and other components, all of which were designed to reflect the priest's role and God's presence, as described in Exodus 28:2-5 and Leviticus 8:7-9.
What can we learn from the attention to detail in Exodus 28:23?
The specific instructions for the gold rings in Exodus 28:23 demonstrate God's attention to detail and care for the priest's role, as seen in other verses like Exodus 25:40 and Matthew 5:18, and encourage us to approach our own service to God with similar diligence and reverence.
Reflection Questions
- What does the connection between the breastpiece and the ephod, facilitated by the gold rings, teach me about my own connection to God and my role in His plan?
- How can I, like the priest, cultivate a sense of reverence and awe for God's presence in my life, as symbolized by the gold rings and other elements of the priest's garments?
- What are some ways I can apply the principle of attention to detail, as seen in Exodus 28:23, to my own spiritual life and service to God?
- In what ways can I, like the priest, be a mediator or bridge between God and others, and what does this require of me, as hinted at in Exodus 28:23 and other verses like 1 Timothy 2:5?
Gill's Exposition on Exodus 28:23
And thou shalt make upon the breastplate two rings of gold,.... On the upper part of it, above, toward the two shoulder pieces of the ephod; these were to put one end of the chains into before
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Exodus 28:23
And thou shalt make the breastplate of judgment with cunning work; after the work of the ephod thou shalt make it; of gold, of blue, and of purple, and of scarlet, and of fine twined linen, shalt thou make it.
Ellicott's Commentary on Exodus 28:23
(23) Two rings on the two ends—i.e., on the two upper corners of the breastplate. The chains were to be passed through the two rings, which they were then to unite with the “ouches” of the ephod. (See Exodus 28:13-14.)
Cambridge Bible on Exodus 28:23
23. put] i.e. fasten, as v. 14: so vv. 24, 25, 26, 27. the two ends] i.e. the two upper corners.
Whedon's Commentary on Exodus 28:23
22-28. Chains… rings — This description shows in minute detail the manner in which the breastplate was securely fastened to the ephod.
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Jonathan Goforth by David Smithers | The preacher delves into the concept of purity, emphasizing the biblical roots of cleansing in both the Old and New Testaments. While the Old Testament focused on ceremonial cleanl |