Leviticus 8:8
Leviticus 8:8 in Multiple Translations
Then he put the breastpiece on him and placed the Urim and Thummim in the breastpiece.
And he put the breastplate upon him: also he put in the breastplate the Urim and the Thummim.
And he placed the breastplate upon him: and in the breastplate he put the Urim and the Thummim.
And he put the priest's bag on him, and in the bag he put the Urim and Thummim.
Then Moses attached the breastpiece to Aaron and put the Urim and Thummim in the breastpiece.
After he put the brest plate thereon, and put in the breast plate the Vrim and the Thummim.
and doth put on him the breastplate, and doth put unto the breastplate the Lights and the Perfections,
He placed the breastplate on him. He put the Urim and Thummim in the breastplate.
And he put the breast-plate upon him: also he put in the breast-plate the Urim and the Thummim.
And binding it with the girdle, he fitted it to the rational, on which was Doctrine and Truth.
He/I put the sacred pouch on his chest and put into it the two stones for him to use to find out what God wants.
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Leviticus 8:8 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וַ/יָּ֥שֶׂם
עָלָ֖י/ו
אֶת
הַ/חֹ֑שֶׁן
וַ/יִּתֵּן֙
אֶל
הַ/חֹ֔שֶׁן
אֶת
הָ/אוּרִ֖ים
וְ/אֶת
הַ/תֻּמִּֽים
וַ/יָּ֥שֶׂם
sûwm
H7760
to set
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
עָלָ֖י/ו
ʻal
H5921
upon
Prep | Suff
אֶת
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
DirObjM
הַ/חֹ֑שֶׁן
chôshen
H2833
breastpiece
Art | N-ms
וַ/יִּתֵּן֙
nâthan
H5414
to give
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
אֶל
ʼêl
H413
to(wards)
Prep
הַ/חֹ֔שֶׁן
chôshen
H2833
breastpiece
Art | N-ms
אֶת
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
DirObjM
הָ/אוּרִ֖ים
ʼÛwrîym
H224
Urim
Art | N-mp
וְ/אֶת
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
Conj | DirObjM
הַ/תֻּמִּֽים
Tummîym
H8550
Thummim
Art | N-mp
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Hebrew Word Reference — Leviticus 8:8
וַ/יָּ֥שֶׂם
sûwm
H7760
"to set"
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
This Hebrew word means to put or place something, and is used in many different ways in the Bible, such as to appoint or determine something. It is first used in Genesis to describe God's creation. In the KJV, it is translated as 'appoint' or 'set' in various contexts.
Definition: : make/establish 1) to put, place, set, appoint, make 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to put, set, lay, put or lay upon, lay (violent) hands on 1a2) to set, direct, direct toward 1a2a) to extend (compassion) (fig) 1a3) to set, ordain, establish, found, appoint, constitute, make, determine, fix 1a4) to set, station, put, set in place, plant, fix 1a5) to make, make for, transform into, constitute, fashion, work, bring to pass, appoint, give 1b) (Hiphil) to set or make for a sign 1c) (Hophal) to be set
Usage: Occurs in 550 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] any wise, appoint, bring, call (a name), care, cast in, change, charge, commit, consider, convey, determine, [phrase] disguise, dispose, do, get, give, heap up, hold, impute, lay (down, up), leave, look, make (out), mark, [phrase] name, [idiom] on, ordain, order, [phrase] paint, place, preserve, purpose, put (on), [phrase] regard, rehearse, reward, (cause to) set (on, up), shew, [phrase] stedfastly, take, [idiom] tell, [phrase] tread down, (over-)turn, [idiom] wholly, work. See also: Genesis 2:8; Leviticus 20:5; 1 Samuel 21:13.
עָלָ֖י/ו
ʻal
H5921
"upon"
Prep | Suff
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.
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/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.
וַ/יִּתֵּן֙
nâthan
H5414
"to give"
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
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.
אֶל
ʼêl
H413
"to(wards)"
Prep
This Hebrew word means 'to' or 'toward', showing direction or movement. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus, to indicate where someone is going. The KJV translates it in various ways, like 'about', 'according to', or 'against'.
Definition: 1) to, toward, unto (of motion) 2) into (limit is actually entered) 2a) in among 3) toward (of direction, not necessarily physical motion) 4) against (motion or direction of a hostile character) 5) in addition to, to 6) concerning, in regard to, in reference to, on account of 7) according to (rule or standard) 8) at, by, against (of one's presence) 9) in between, in within, to within, unto (idea of motion to)
Usage: Occurs in 4205 OT verses. KJV: about, according to, after, against, among, as for, at, because(-fore, -side), both...and, by, concerning, for, from, [idiom] hath, in(-to), near, (out) of, over, through, to(-ward), under, unto, upon, whether, with(-in). See also: Genesis 1:9; Genesis 21:14; Genesis 31:13.
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.
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.
הָ/אוּרִ֖ים
ʼÛwrîym
H224
"Urim"
Art | N-mp
Urim refers to the stones on the high-priest's breastplate, used to determine God's decisions. These stones were a key part of Israel's worship, providing guidance.
Definition: Urim = "lights" stones kept in a pouch on the high-priest's breastplate, used in determining God's decision in certain questions and issues Also named: dēlos (δῆλος "Urim" G1212)
Usage: Occurs in 7 OT verses. KJV: Urim. See also: Exodus 28:30; Deuteronomy 33:8; Nehemiah 7:65.
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/תֻּמִּֽים
Tummîym
H8550
"Thummim"
Art | N-mp
Thummim refers to the objects on the high priest's breastplate, used to reveal God's will. It represents complete truth and perfection, as described in Exodus and Leviticus.
Definition: § Thummim = "perfection" 1) stones provided for the means of achieving a sacred lot 1a) used with the Urim, the will of God was revealed
Usage: Occurs in 5 OT verses. KJV: Thummim. See also: Exodus 28:30; Deuteronomy 33:8; Nehemiah 7:65.
Study Notes — Leviticus 8:8
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- Leviticus 8:8 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Leviticus 8:8
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Leviticus 8:8
- Trapp's Commentary on Leviticus 8:8
- Ellicott's Commentary on Leviticus 8:8
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Leviticus 8:8
- Cambridge Bible on Leviticus 8:8
- Whedon's Commentary on Leviticus 8:8
- Sermons on Leviticus 8:8
Context — Moses Consecrates Aaron and His Sons
6Then Moses presented Aaron and his sons and washed them with water.
7He 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.
8Then he put the breastpiece on him and placed the Urim and Thummim in the breastpiece.
9Moses 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. 10Next, Moses took the anointing oil and anointed the tabernacle and everything in it; and so he consecrated them.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Ezra 2:63 | The governor ordered them not to eat the most holy things until there was a priest to consult the Urim and Thummim. |
| 2 | 1 Thessalonians 5:8 | But since we belong to the day, let us be sober, putting on the breastplate of faith and love, and the helmet of our hope of salvation. |
| 3 | Isaiah 59:17 | He put on righteousness like a breastplate, and the helmet of salvation on His head; He put on garments of vengeance and wrapped Himself in a cloak of zeal. |
| 4 | Song of Solomon 8:6 | Set me as a seal over your heart, as a seal upon your arm. For love is as strong as death, its jealousy as unrelenting as Sheol. Its sparks are fiery flames, the fiercest blaze of all. |
| 5 | Exodus 39:8–21 | He made the breastpiece with the same workmanship as the ephod, with gold, with blue, purple, and scarlet yarn, and with finely spun linen. It was square when folded over double, a span long and a span wide. And they mounted on it four rows of gemstones: The first row had a ruby, a topaz, and an emerald; the second row had a turquoise, a sapphire, and a diamond; the third row had a jacinth, an agate, and an amethyst; and the fourth row had a beryl, an onyx, and a jasper. These stones were mounted in gold filigree settings. 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. For the breastpiece they made braided chains like cords of pure gold. They also made two gold filigree settings and two gold rings, and fastened the two rings to the two corners of the breastpiece. Then they fastened the two gold chains to the two gold rings at the corners of the breastpiece, and they fastened the other ends of the two chains to the two filigree settings, attaching them to the shoulder pieces of the ephod at the front. They made two more gold rings and attached them to the other two corners of the breastpiece, on the inside edge next to the ephod. They made two additional gold rings and attached them to the bottom of the two shoulder pieces of the ephod, on its front, near the seam just above its woven waistband. Then they tied the rings of the breastpiece to the rings of the ephod with a cord of blue yarn, so that the breastpiece was above the waistband of the ephod and would not swing out from the ephod, just as the LORD had commanded Moses. |
| 6 | Ephesians 6:14 | Stand firm then, with the belt of truth buckled around your waist, with the breastplate of righteousness arrayed, |
| 7 | Exodus 28:15–30 | You are also to make a breastpiece of judgment with the same workmanship as the ephod. Construct it with gold, with blue, purple, and scarlet yarn, and with finely spun linen. It must be square when folded over double, a span long and a span wide. And mount on it a setting of gemstones, four rows of stones: In the first row there shall be a ruby, a topaz, and an emerald; in the second row a turquoise, a sapphire, and a diamond; in the third row a jacinth, an agate, and an amethyst; and in the fourth row a beryl, an onyx, and a jasper. Mount these stones in gold filigree settings. The 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. 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, and 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. Make two more gold rings and attach them to the other two corners of the breastpiece, on the inside edge next to the ephod. Make two additional gold rings and attach them to the bottom of the two shoulder pieces of the ephod, on its front, near its seam just above its woven waistband. The rings of the breastpiece shall be tied to the rings of the ephod with a cord of blue yarn, so that the breastpiece is above the waistband of the ephod and does not swing out from the ephod. Whenever Aaron enters the Holy Place, he shall bear the names of the sons of Israel over his heart on the breastpiece of judgment, as a continual reminder before the LORD. And place the Urim and Thummim in the breastpiece of judgment, so that they will also be over Aaron’s heart whenever he comes before the LORD. Aaron will continually carry the judgment of the sons of Israel over his heart before the LORD. |
Leviticus 8:8 Summary
This verse tells us about the special breastpiece that the high priest, Aaron, wore. It had the Urim and Thummim in it, which were like special tools that helped the priest know what God wanted him to do. This reminds us that, just like the priest, we need to seek God's guidance and trust in His wisdom, as promised in Proverbs 3:5-6. By doing so, we can be confident that He will lead us in the right path, just as He led the Israelites through the wilderness, as seen in Exodus 13:21-22.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of the Urim and Thummim in the breastpiece?
The Urim and Thummim were used to determine God's will in certain situations, as seen in Numbers 27:21, and were a vital part of the high priest's attire, symbolizing God's guidance and wisdom.
Why was the breastpiece so important for the high priest to wear?
The breastpiece was a crucial part of the high priest's garments, as it symbolized the priest's role in making decisions for the people of Israel, and was also a reminder of God's presence and guidance, as seen in Exodus 28:29-30.
How does this verse relate to the overall theme of Leviticus?
This verse is part of the larger narrative of Leviticus, which focuses on the consecration and ordination of the priests, and the establishment of the tabernacle and its rituals, as commanded by God in Exodus 25:8 and repeated in Leviticus 8:1-10.
What can we learn from the careful attention to detail in the priest's garments?
The careful attention to detail in the priest's garments, including the breastpiece, teaches us about the importance of obedience to God's commands, as seen in Deuteronomy 12:32, and the value of meticulous care in our worship and service to Him.
Reflection Questions
- How can I cultivate a deeper sense of dependence on God's guidance in my decision-making, just like the high priest relied on the Urim and Thummim?
- In what ways can I, like the high priest, be a vessel for God's presence and wisdom in my community, as seen in Leviticus 10:10-11?
- What are some areas in my life where I need to seek God's will and guidance, and how can I trust in His sovereignty, as promised in Proverbs 3:5-6?
- How can I balance the need for careful planning and preparation with the need to trust in God's providence and guidance, as seen in Jeremiah 29:11?
Gill's Exposition on Leviticus 8:8
And he put the breastplate upon him,.... Which was made of the same materials with the ephod, and was put upon it, and fastened to it: also he put in the breastplate the Urim and Thummim: that is,
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Leviticus 8:8
And he put upon him the coat, and girded him with the girdle, and clothed him with the robe, and put the ephod upon him, and he girded him with the curious girdle of the ephod, and bound it unto him therewith.
Trapp's Commentary on Leviticus 8:8
Leviticus 8:8 And he put the breastplate upon him: also he put in the breastplate the Urim and the Thummim.Ver. 8. He put in the breastplate the Urim, &c.] Hence, it may be, God appointed the breastplate to be made double, that the Urim and Thummim might be put within, and lie hid on every side. This Urim and Thummim signified, saith one, that in Christ are hidden all the treasures of wisdom and knowledge, and that he hath all secret things most perfectly known and numbered out before him, which he revealeth continually to his Church and chosen, as need requireth, by such means as himself hath sanctified.
Ellicott's Commentary on Leviticus 8:8
(8) And he put the breast-plate upon him.—Called more fully, “the breast-plate of judgment,” which was also a distinctive pontifical garment, and which was made of the same costly materials and the same skilful work as the ephod. (See Exodus 28:15, &c.) Also he put in the breast-plate the Urim and the Thummim.—Better, and he put into, &c. (see Exodus 28:30), that is, Moses put into the bag of the breast-plate (comp. Exodus 25:16) these material objects which were separate from the breast-plate, as well as from the gems set in the breast-plate. (See Exodus 28:30.)
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Leviticus 8:8
Verse 8. He put in the breastplate the Urim and the Thummim.] The Urim and Thummim are here supposed to be something different from the breastplate itself. See Clarke on Exodus 28:15; "Exodus 28:16"; "Exodus 28:30".
Cambridge Bible on Leviticus 8:8
8. And he placed the breastplate upon him] The breastplate of Judgement, described Exodus 28:15-30; Exodus 39:8-21, was made of the same material as the ephod, and being twice as long as it was broad, became when folded a square of which each side was a span long, and served as a pocket to contain the Urim and the Thummim. It was fastened to the ephod by means of rings of gold, golden cords, and ‘a lace of blue’ or ribbon, though the exact manner of its attachment is not clear. The meaning of the word ‘breastplate’ (Heb. ḥ ?ôshen) is uncertain; either ‘ornament,’ referring to the richness of its material, or ‘pocket,’ indicating the purpose for which it was used. Cp. Exodus 28:13-30 and the notes on the passage. the Urim and the Thummim] That is, the Lights and the Perfections, as R.V. mg. Neither here nor in any other place where Urim and Thummim are mentioned is any further description of these objects given, nor of the manner in which they were employed. See Driver on Exod. pp. 313 f.
Whedon's Commentary on Leviticus 8:8
8. The breastplate — The choshen was an ornamental bag or four-cornered gorget, with twelve precious stones set in gold, arranged in four rows.
Sermons on Leviticus 8:8
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Study Notes - the Priesthood by Walter Beuttler | Walter Beuttler delves into the significance of the priesthood, tracing its origins from the patriarchs to the appointment of Aaron and his sons as the first high priests. He empha |
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Getting Used to the Dark (Alternate) by Vance Havner | In this sermon, the speaker discusses the destructive trends in society, particularly in the behavior of children. He emphasizes the importance of self-assertiveness and discipline |
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1 Thessalonians 5:1-8 by Paul Washer | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of understanding our identity as believers and living in accordance with it. He encourages listeners to stand upon the promise |
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The Way to Look at Things by Jim Cymbala | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of looking at things from a spiritual perspective rather than focusing on what is seen. He encourages the audience to walk by |
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Studies in Song of Solomon 01 His Head as Fine Gold by Svend Christensen | In this sermon, the speaker focuses on the book of 1 Thessalonians and highlights five key themes. Firstly, he discusses the progression of the Thessalonians' spiritual growth, com |
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The God of Hope by Tom Macartney | Tom Macartney preaches about the importance of hope in the Christian life, emphasizing that true hope is confidently waiting for something certain in the future. He highlights that |
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As Your Sanctification.- 1 cor.1:30 by Andrew Murray | The preacher delves into the concept of 'putting on' in the Bible, focusing on the spiritual significance of clothing oneself with the 'new man' in Christ. This act of 'putting on' |