Dictionary of Bible Themes Dictionary of Bible Themes » 5000 Humanity » 5125 Parts of the body and clothing » 5176 ring An ornament or a status symbol, sometimes used in sacred furnishings or as a charm. Rings worn as jewellery Gold nose rings, worn especially by women These were often given by a suitor as a symbol of betrothal: Genesis 24:22,30,47; Proverbs 11:22; Isaiah 3:21; Ezekiel 16:12 The signet ring as a sign of authority Genesis 41:42; Numbers 31:50; Esther 3:10,12; Esther 8:8; Daniel 6:17 People are sometimes symbolically referred to as God's signet ring, having his seal of ownership and authority: Gold ear-rings, worn by men and women Ear-rings were sometimes used as charms or amulets: Genesis 35:4; Exodus 32:2-3; Exodus 35:22; Judges 8:24-25 Rings as indications of wealth or status Job 42:11; Hosea 2:13; Luke 15:22; James 2:2 Rings used in sacred furnishings On the ark of the covenant On the table In the tabernacle On priestly garments For carrying altars Exodus 27:4-7; Exodus 30:4; Exodus 37:27 See also
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