Exodus 39:5
Exodus 39:5 in Multiple Translations
And the skillfully woven waistband of the ephod was of one piece with the ephod, of the same workmanship—with gold, with blue, purple, and scarlet yarn, and with finely spun linen, just as the LORD had commanded Moses.
And the curious girdle of his ephod, that was upon it, was of the same, according to the work thereof; of gold, blue, and purple, and scarlet, and fine twined linen; as the LORD commanded Moses.
And the skilfully woven band, that was upon it, wherewith to gird it on, was of the same piece and like the work thereof; of gold, of blue, and purple, and scarlet, and fine twined linen; as Jehovah commanded Moses.
And the beautifully worked band which went on it was of the same design and the same material, worked in gold and blue and purple and red and twisted linen-work, as the Lord gave orders to Moses.
The waistband of the ephod was one piece made in the same way, using gold thread, with blue, purple, and crimson thread, and with finely-woven linen, as the Lord had ordered Moses to do.
And the broydred garde of his Ephod that was vpon him, was of the same stuffe, and of like worke: euen of golde, of blewe silke, and purple, and skarlet, and fine twined linen, as the Lord had commanded Moses.
And the girdle of his ephod which [is] on it is of the same, according to its work, of gold, blue, and purple, and scarlet, and twined linen, as Jehovah hath commanded Moses.
The skillfully woven band that was on it, with which to fasten it on, was of the same piece, like its work: of gold, of blue, purple, scarlet, and fine twined linen, as the LORD commanded Moses.
And the curious girdle of his ephod, that was upon it, was of the same, according to the work thereof; of gold, blue, and purple, and scarlet, and fine twined linen; as the LORD commanded Moses.
And a girdle of the same colours, as the Lord had commanded Moses.
A carefully-woven sash, which was made from the same materials as the sacred apron, was sewn onto the sacred apron. This was made exactly as Yahweh had commanded Moses/me.
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Hebrew Word Reference — Exodus 39:5
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Context — The Ephod
5And the skillfully woven waistband of the ephod was of one piece with the ephod, of the same workmanship—with gold, with blue, purple, and scarlet yarn, and with finely spun linen, just as the LORD had commanded Moses.
6They mounted the onyx stones in gold filigree settings, engraved like a seal with the names of the sons of Israel. 7Then they fastened them on the shoulder pieces of the ephod as memorial stones for the sons of Israel, as the LORD had commanded Moses.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Revelation 1:13 | and among the lampstands was One like the Son of Man, dressed in a long robe, with a golden sash around His chest. |
| 2 | Matthew 28:20 | and teaching them to obey all that I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always, even to the end of the age.” |
| 3 | Isaiah 11:5 | Righteousness will be the belt around His hips, and faithfulness the sash around His waist. |
| 4 | Exodus 29:5 | 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. |
| 5 | Exodus 28:8 | 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. |
| 6 | Leviticus 8:7 | 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. |
| 7 | 1 Corinthians 11:23 | For I received from the Lord what I also passed on to you: The Lord Jesus, on the night He was betrayed, took bread, |
Exodus 39:5 Summary
This verse tells us about the special waistband that was part of the ephod, a garment worn by the high priest. The waistband was made with beautiful materials like gold, blue, purple, and scarlet yarn, and was woven together with the ephod to make one piece. This shows us that God values unity and wholeness, and wants us to be whole and complete in Him, just as Jesus prayed in John 17:22-23. By following God's commands and using our skills and talents to serve Him, we can reflect His beauty and excellence, just as the craftsmen did in constructing the ephod, as seen in Exodus 35:30-35.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of the ephod's waistband being of one piece with the ephod?
The waistband being of one piece with the ephod symbolizes the unity and wholeness of the high priest's role, as commanded by the Lord in Exodus 39:5, and is also reflective of the unity and wholeness that God desires for His people, as seen in Jesus' prayer in John 17:22-23.
Why were specific materials like gold, blue, purple, and scarlet yarn used in the ephod's construction?
These materials were used because they were valuable and symbolized the richness and beauty of God's presence, as seen in Exodus 25:3-7, where similar materials were used in the construction of the tabernacle.
How does the skillful weaving of the waistband reflect God's character?
The skillful weaving of the waistband reflects God's attention to detail and His desire for excellence, as seen in Psalm 19:1, which states that the heavens declare the glory of God, and in Exodus 35:30-35, where the Spirit of God fills Bezalel with skill and ability to craft the tabernacle and its furnishings.
What is the importance of the Lord's commandment being followed exactly in the construction of the ephod?
The importance of following the Lord's commandment exactly, as seen in Exodus 39:5, reflects the importance of obedience and faithfulness to God's Word, as emphasized in Deuteronomy 12:32 and Revelation 22:18-19.
Reflection Questions
- As I reflect on the unity and wholeness of the ephod's waistband, how can I pursue greater unity and wholeness in my own relationship with God and with others?
- In what ways can I use my skills and talents to create something beautiful for God, just as the craftsmen did in constructing the ephod?
- How can I apply the principle of excellence and attention to detail in my own life and service to God, as reflected in the skillful weaving of the waistband?
- What are some ways that I can demonstrate my obedience and faithfulness to God's Word, just as Moses and the craftsmen did in constructing the ephod?
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