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Exodus 29:5

Exodus 29:5 in Multiple Translations

Take the garments and clothe Aaron with the tunic, the robe of the ephod, the ephod itself, and the breastplate. Fasten the ephod on him with its woven waistband.

And thou shalt take the garments, and put upon Aaron the coat, and the robe of the ephod, and the ephod, and the breastplate, and gird him with the curious girdle of the ephod:

And thou shalt take the garments, and put upon Aaron the coat, and the robe of the ephod, and the ephod, and the breastplate, and gird him with the skilfully woven band of the ephod;

Take the robes, and put the coat and the dress and the ephod and the priest's bag on Aaron; put the band of needlework round him,

Take the clothes and put them on Aaron: the tunic, the robe of the ephod, the ephod itself, and the breastpiece. Tie the ephod on him with its waistband.

Also thou shalt take the garments, and put vpon Aaron the tunicle, and the robe of the Ephod, and the Ephod, and the brest plate, and shalt close them to him with the broidred garde of the Ephod.

and thou hast taken the garments, and hast clothed Aaron with the coat, and the upper robe of the ephod, and the ephod, and the breastplate, and hast girded him with the girdle of the ephod,

You shall take the garments, and put on Aaron the tunic, the robe of the ephod, the ephod, and the breastplate, and clothe him with the skillfully woven band of the ephod.

And thou shalt take the garments, and put upon Aaron, the coat, and the robe of the ephod, and the ephod, and the breast-plate, and gird him with the curious girdle of the ephod:

Thou shalt clothe Aaron with his vestments, that is, with the linen garment and the tunick, and the ephod and the rational, which thou shalt gird with the girdle.

Then put the special clothes on Aaron—the long-sleeved tunic/gown, the robe that will be worn underneath the sacred apron, the sacred apron, the sacred pouch, and the sash/waistband.

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Exodus 29:5 Interlinear (Deep Study)

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HEB וְ/לָקַחְתָּ֣ אֶת הַ/בְּגָדִ֗ים וְ/הִלְבַּשְׁתָּ֤ אֶֽת אַהֲרֹן֙ אֶת הַ/כֻּתֹּ֔נֶת וְ/אֵת֙ מְעִ֣יל הָ/אֵפֹ֔ד וְ/אֶת הָ/אֵפֹ֖ד וְ/אֶת הַ/חֹ֑שֶׁן וְ/אָפַדְתָּ֣ ל֔/וֹ בְּ/חֵ֖שֶׁב הָ/אֵפֹֽד
וְ/לָקַחְתָּ֣ lâqach H3947 to take Conj | V-Qal-2ms
אֶת ʼêth H853 Obj. DirObjM
הַ/בְּגָדִ֗ים beged H899 treachery Art | N-mp
וְ/הִלְבַּשְׁתָּ֤ lâbash H3847 to clothe Conj | V-Hiphil-2ms
אֶֽת ʼêth H853 Obj. DirObjM
אַהֲרֹן֙ ʼAhărôwn H175 Aaron N-proper
אֶת ʼêth H853 Obj. DirObjM
הַ/כֻּתֹּ֔נֶת kᵉthôneth H3801 tunic Art | N-fs
וְ/אֵת֙ ʼêth H853 Obj. Conj | DirObjM
מְעִ֣יל mᵉʻîyl H4598 robe N-ms
הָ/אֵפֹ֔ד ʼêphôwd H646 ephod Art | N-ms
וְ/אֶת ʼêth H853 Obj. Conj | DirObjM
הָ/אֵפֹ֖ד ʼêphôwd H646 ephod Art | N-ms
וְ/אֶת ʼêth H853 Obj. Conj | DirObjM
הַ/חֹ֑שֶׁן chôshen H2833 breastpiece Art | N-ms
וְ/אָפַדְתָּ֣ ʼâphad H640 to gird Conj | V-Qal-2ms
ל֔/וֹ Prep | Suff
בְּ/חֵ֖שֶׁב chêsheb H2805 artwork Prep | N-ms
הָ/אֵפֹֽד ʼêphôwd H646 ephod Art | N-ms
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Hebrew Word Reference — Exodus 29:5

וְ/לָקַחְתָּ֣ lâqach H3947 "to take" Conj | V-Qal-2ms
This Hebrew word means to take or get something, and it is used in many different ways in the Bible. It can mean to take a wife, to take possession of something, or to receive a gift. For example, in Genesis 2:22, God takes a rib from Adam to create Eve.
Definition: : take 1) to take, get, fetch, lay hold of, seize, receive, acquire, buy, bring, marry, take a wife, snatch, take away 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to take, take in the hand 1a2) to take and carry along 1a3) to take from, take out of, take, carry away, take away 1a4) to take to or for a person, procure, get, take possession of, select, choose, take in marriage, receive, accept 1a5) to take up or upon, put upon 1a6) to fetch 1a7) to take, lead, conduct 1a8) to take, capture, seize 1a9) to take, carry off 1a10) to take (vengeance) 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to be captured 1b2) to be taken away, be removed 1b3) to be taken, brought unto 1c) (Pual) 1c1) to be taken from or out of 1c2) to be stolen from 1c3) to be taken captive 1c4) to be taken away, be removed 1d) (Hophal) 1d1) to be taken unto, be brought unto 1d2) to be taken out of 1d3) to be taken away 1e) (Hithpael) 1e1) to take hold of oneself 1e2) to flash about (of lightning)
Usage: Occurs in 909 OT verses. KJV: accept, bring, buy, carry away, drawn, fetch, get, infold, [idiom] many, mingle, place, receive(-ing), reserve, seize, send for, take (away, -ing, up), use, win. See also: Genesis 2:15; Genesis 34:17; Exodus 30:23.
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.
הַ/בְּגָדִ֗ים beged H899 "treachery" Art | N-mp
In the Bible, this word refers to clothing or a covering, like a garment or robe. It appears in books like Genesis and Exodus, describing what people wore. The word is often translated as 'apparel' or 'raiment'.
Definition: treachery, deceit
Usage: Occurs in 190 OT verses. KJV: apparel, cloth(-es, ing), garment, lap, rag, raiment, robe, [idiom] very (treacherously), vesture, wardrobe. See also: Genesis 24:53; Judges 17:10; Psalms 22:19.
וְ/הִלְבַּשְׁתָּ֤ lâbash H3847 "to clothe" Conj | V-Hiphil-2ms
To clothe means to wrap something around or put on a garment. In the Bible, it can be used literally or figuratively, as in putting on clothes or being clothed with a certain attitude.
Definition: 1) to dress, wear, clothe, put on clothing, be clothed 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to put on clothes, be clothed, wear 1a2) to put on, be clothed with (fig.) 1b) (Pual) to be fully clothed 1c) (Hiphil) to clothe, array with, dress Aramaic equivalent: le.vash (לְבֵשׁ "to clothe" H3848)
Usage: Occurs in 102 OT verses. KJV: (in) apparel, arm, array (self), clothe (self), come upon, put (on, upon), wear. See also: Genesis 3:21; Job 27:17; Psalms 35:26.
אֶֽת 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.
אַהֲרֹן֙ ʼAhărôwn H175 "Aaron" N-proper
Aaron was the brother of Moses and the first high priest of the Israelites. He was a leader in the Exodus from Egypt and played a key role in the early history of the Israelites. His story is told in Exodus and Leviticus.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Levi living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness, first mentioned at Exo.4.14; son of: Amram (H6019) and Jochebed (H3115); brother of: Moses (H4872) and Miriam (H4813); married to Elisheba (H0472); father of: Nadab (H5070), Abihu (H0030), Eleazar (H0499) and Ithamar (H0385) Also named: Aarōn (Ἀαρών "Aaron" G0002) § Aaron = "light bringer" brother of Moses, a Levite and the first high priest
Usage: Occurs in 328 OT verses. KJV: Aaron. See also: Exodus 4:14; Exodus 34:31; Numbers 3:39.
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.
הַ/כֻּתֹּ֔נֶת kᵉthôneth H3801 "tunic" Art | N-fs
A tunic was a long, shirt-like garment, often made of linen, worn by people like Joseph in Genesis 37:3.
Definition: 1) tunic, under-garment 1a) a long shirt-like garment usually of linen
Usage: Occurs in 26 OT verses. KJV: coat, garment, robe. See also: Genesis 3:21; Leviticus 8:7; Isaiah 22:21.
וְ/אֵת֙ ʼêth H853 "Obj." Conj | 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.
מְעִ֣יל mᵉʻîyl H4598 "robe" N-ms
A meil was a robe or outer garment worn by men of rank, including kings and high priests. It was also worn by David's daughters and is mentioned in various KJV translations as a cloak or coat.
Definition: 1) robe 1a) a garment worn over a tunic by men of rank 1b) a long garment worn by David's daughters 1c) a garment of the high priest 1d) (fig.) of attributes
Usage: Occurs in 27 OT verses. KJV: cloke, coat, mantle, robe. See also: Exodus 28:4; 1 Samuel 24:5; Psalms 109:29.
הָ/אֵפֹ֔ד ʼêphôwd H646 "ephod" Art | N-ms
The ephod was a special vest worn by priests in the Bible, including the high priest, made with gold, blue, and purple threads. It was a symbol of their role and had shoulder pieces and a breastpiece with gems. In Exodus 28:6, God instructs Moses on how to make the ephod.
Definition: 1) ephod 1a) priestly garment, shoulder-cape or mantle, outer garment 1a1) worn by an ordinary priest and made of white stuff 1a2) worn by the high priest-more costly, woven of gold, blue, purple, scarlet, and linen threads provided with shoulder-pieces and a breast piece of like material, ornamented with gems and gold
Usage: Occurs in 39 OT verses. KJV: ephod. See also: Exodus 25:7; Exodus 39:21; Hosea 3:4.
וְ/אֶת ʼêth H853 "Obj." Conj | 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.
הָ/אֵפֹ֖ד ʼêphôwd H646 "ephod" Art | N-ms
The ephod was a special vest worn by priests in the Bible, including the high priest, made with gold, blue, and purple threads. It was a symbol of their role and had shoulder pieces and a breastpiece with gems. In Exodus 28:6, God instructs Moses on how to make the ephod.
Definition: 1) ephod 1a) priestly garment, shoulder-cape or mantle, outer garment 1a1) worn by an ordinary priest and made of white stuff 1a2) worn by the high priest-more costly, woven of gold, blue, purple, scarlet, and linen threads provided with shoulder-pieces and a breast piece of like material, ornamented with gems and gold
Usage: Occurs in 39 OT verses. KJV: ephod. See also: Exodus 25:7; Exodus 39:21; Hosea 3:4.
וְ/אֶת ʼêth H853 "Obj." Conj | 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.
הַ/חֹ֑שֶׁן 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.
וְ/אָפַדְתָּ֣ ʼâphad H640 "to gird" Conj | V-Qal-2ms
To gird means to bind or tie something around oneself, like wearing the ephod, a priestly garment in the Old Testament.
Definition: 1) (Qal) bind, gird 1a) to gird on (ephod) 1b) (TWOT) ephod
Usage: Occurs in 2 OT verses. KJV: bind, gird. See also: Exodus 29:5; Leviticus 8:7.
ל֔/וֹ "" Prep | Suff
בְּ/חֵ֖שֶׁב chêsheb H2805 "artwork" Prep | N-ms
The Hebrew word for a decorative belt or strap, often used to describe the intricate design of the ephod, a priestly garment, in Exodus.
Definition: 1) girdle, band, ingenious work 1a) ingenious work-the name of the girdle or band of the ephod
Usage: Occurs in 8 OT verses. KJV: curious girdle. See also: Exodus 28:8; Exodus 39:5; Leviticus 8:7.
הָ/אֵפֹֽד ʼêphôwd H646 "ephod" Art | N-ms
The ephod was a special vest worn by priests in the Bible, including the high priest, made with gold, blue, and purple threads. It was a symbol of their role and had shoulder pieces and a breastpiece with gems. In Exodus 28:6, God instructs Moses on how to make the ephod.
Definition: 1) ephod 1a) priestly garment, shoulder-cape or mantle, outer garment 1a1) worn by an ordinary priest and made of white stuff 1a2) worn by the high priest-more costly, woven of gold, blue, purple, scarlet, and linen threads provided with shoulder-pieces and a breast piece of like material, ornamented with gems and gold
Usage: Occurs in 39 OT verses. KJV: ephod. See also: Exodus 25:7; Exodus 39:21; Hosea 3:4.

Study Notes — Exodus 29:5

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1 Exodus 28:2–8 Make holy garments for your brother Aaron, to give him glory and splendor. You are to instruct all the skilled craftsmen, whom I have filled with a spirit of wisdom, to make garments for Aaron’s consecration, so that he may serve Me as priest. 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. They shall use gold, along with blue, purple, and scarlet yarn, and fine linen. 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.
2 Leviticus 8:7–8 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.

Exodus 29:5 Summary

In Exodus 29:5, God instructs Moses to dress Aaron in special garments, symbolizing his role as high priest. These garments, such as the tunic and breastplate, represent the importance of ritual purity and holiness, as seen in Leviticus 16:4. Just like Aaron, we as believers are called to 'clothe' ourselves in righteousness and holiness, as described in Ephesians 4:24, and to serve God with humility and obedience, as seen in 1 Peter 5:5. By following God's instructions and putting on the 'righteousness of God' (2 Corinthians 5:21), we can be properly 'dressed' for our spiritual service to Him.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the significance of the garments mentioned in Exodus 29:5?

The garments mentioned, such as the tunic, robe of the ephod, ephod itself, and breastplate, symbolize the high priest's role and authority, as seen in Exodus 28:2-5, and are a reminder of God's holiness and the importance of ritual purity, as stated in Leviticus 16:4.

Why was it necessary to fasten the ephod on Aaron with its woven waistband?

Fastening the ephod with its woven waistband was necessary to secure the garments in place, ensuring that Aaron was properly attired for his priestly duties, as instructed in Exodus 29:5, and to symbolize the unity and wholeness of his office, as seen in Exodus 28:8.

How does the clothing of Aaron in Exodus 29:5 relate to the broader biblical theme of priesthood?

The clothing of Aaron in Exodus 29:5 points to the larger biblical theme of priesthood, as seen in Hebrews 7:1-3, where Jesus Christ is revealed as our Great High Priest, who has made the old covenant priesthood obsolete, and has become the ultimate mediator between God and humanity, as stated in 1 Timothy 2:5.

What can we learn from the detailed instructions for Aaron's clothing in Exodus 29:5?

The detailed instructions for Aaron's clothing in Exodus 29:5 teach us about the importance of obedience to God's commands, as seen in Deuteronomy 12:32, and the value of attention to detail in our service to God, as illustrated in 1 Chronicles 15:1-2.

Reflection Questions

  1. What does the elaborate clothing of Aaron in Exodus 29:5 reveal about God's character and expectations for those who serve Him?
  2. In what ways can I, as a believer, 'clothe' myself in righteousness and holiness, as described in Ephesians 4:24 and Colossians 3:10?
  3. How does the concept of ritual purity, symbolized by Aaron's garments, apply to my own life as a follower of Jesus Christ?
  4. What role does humility play in our service to God, as seen in the humble obedience of Aaron to the instructions in Exodus 29:5?
  5. How can I, like Aaron, be 'dressed' for spiritual service, and what are the essential 'garments' I need to wear, according to Scripture?

Gill's Exposition on Exodus 29:5

And thou shall take the garments,.... The priestly garments before ordered to be made, and when made: and put upon Aaron the coat: the broidered coat, the coat of fine linen, which was put on first

Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Exodus 29:5

And thou shalt take the garments, and put upon Aaron the coat, and the robe of the ephod, and the ephod, and the breastplate, and gird him with the curious girdle of the ephod: Wash them with water, and ... take the garments.

Matthew Poole's Commentary on Exodus 29:5

Not about the loins, but about the paps, or breast, as Christ and his ministers are represented, . The linen breeches are here omitted, because they were put on privately before they came to the door of the tabernacle, where the other things were put on.

Ellicott's Commentary on Exodus 29:5

(5) Thou shalt take the garments—i.e., those described in the preceding chapter. The coat—i.e., the linen tunic (Exodus 28:39). As the inner garment, this had to be put on first. Comp. Leviticus 8:7-9, where the investiture is more fully described, and is seen to have comprised nine acts:—(1) The putting on of the tunic; (2) The girding of the tunic with the under-girdle; (3) The putting on of the robe of the ephod; (4) The putting on of the ephod; (5) Girding with the curious girdle of the ephod; (6) The putting on of the breastplate; (7) The putting of the Urim and Thummim into the bag of the breastplate; (8) The putting on of the mitre; and (9) The attachment of the golden plate to the front of the mitre. These minute directions may well be regarded as justifying those given in our own Ordinal with respect to the vesting of bishops at the time of their consecration.

Adam Clarke's Commentary on Exodus 29:5

Verse 5. Thou shalt take the garments] As most offices of spiritual and secular dignity had appropriate habits and insignia, hence, when a person was appointed to an office and habited for the purpose, he was said to be invested with that office, from in, used intensively, and vestio, I clothe, because he was then clothed with the vestments peculiar to that office.

Cambridge Bible on Exodus 29:5

5–7. The investiture and anointing of the high priest. The high priest is to be arrayed in the garments described in ch. 28, and then to have his head anointed. Cf. Leviticus 8:7-10 a, 12 (vv. 10b–11, relating to the anointing of the Dwelling, altar, &c., have no parallel in Exodus 29, and seem out of place).

Whedon's Commentary on Exodus 29:5

5, 6. The garments — These, so fully described in the foregoing chapter, were to be formally placed upon the priest’s person as a part of the ceremony of consecration. Comp. Leviticus 8:7-9.

Sermons on Exodus 29:5

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J. Henry Brown The Tabernacle 10 the High Priest-ex.28: by J. Henry Brown In this sermon, the speaker discusses the significance of the high priest's breastplate and its connection to the communication with God. He mentions how the stones on the breastpl
Leonard Ravenhill Purity and Fire - Part 1 by Leonard Ravenhill In this sermon, the speaker shares stories of revival and the power of prayer. He talks about a meeting where there was no piano, but the presence of God was felt through the music
Chuck Smith The Blueprint for the Priestly Garments by Chuck Smith In this sermon, Pastor Chuck Smith discusses the blueprint given to Moses for making the garments for the priest. He emphasizes the importance of reverence and awe in approaching t
Andrew Murray An Holy Priesthood by Andrew Murray Andrew Murray emphasizes the profound calling of believers as a holy priesthood, highlighting that every redeemed individual shares in the anointing of Christ as High Priest. He ex
Andrew Murray Thirtieth Lesson. ‘An Holy Priesthood;’ Or, the Ministry of Intercession by Andrew Murray Andrew Murray emphasizes the profound calling of every believer to be a priest, highlighting that through Jesus Christ, all redeemed individuals are granted the privilege of interc
Flavius Josephus From the Exodus Out of Egypt to the Rejection of the Generation by Flavius Josephus Flavius Josephus describes the construction of the tabernacle and the garments of the priests, highlighting the intricate details and symbolic meanings behind each element. The tab
Jane Lead August 13. 1678. the True Priestly Habit. by Jane Lead Jane Lead emphasizes the importance of maintaining uninterrupted, pure conversation with God, highlighting the need to observe specific times and seasons for this purpose. Drawing

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