Exodus 28:23
New International Version
Make two gold rings for it and fasten them to two corners of the breastpiece.

New Living Translation
Then make two gold rings and attach them to the top corners of the chestpiece.

English Standard Version
And you shall make for the breastpiece two rings of gold, and put the two rings on the two edges of the breastpiece.

Berean Standard Bible
You are also to make two gold rings and fasten them to the two corners of the breastpiece.

King James Bible
And thou shalt make upon the breastplate two rings of gold, and shalt put the two rings on the two ends of the breastplate.

New King James Version
And you shall make two rings of gold for the breastplate, and put the two rings on the two ends of the breastplate.

New American Standard Bible
And you shall make on the breastpiece two rings of gold, and shall put the two rings on the two ends of the breastpiece.

NASB 1995
“You shall make on the breastpiece two rings of gold, and shall put the two rings on the two ends of the breastpiece.

NASB 1977
“And you shall make on the breastpiece two rings of gold, and shall put the two rings on the two ends of the breastpiece.

Legacy Standard Bible
You shall make on the breastpiece two rings of gold, and you shall put the two rings on the two ends of the breastpiece.

Amplified Bible
You shall make on the breastpiece two rings of gold, and shall put the two rings on the two ends of the breastpiece.

Christian Standard Bible
Fashion two gold rings for the breastpiece and attach them to its two corners.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
Fashion two gold rings for the breastpiece and attach them to its two corners.

American Standard Version
And thou shalt make upon the breastplate two rings of gold, and shalt put the two rings on the two ends of the breastplate.

English Revised Version
And thou shalt make upon the breastplate two rings of gold, and shalt put the two rings on the two ends of the breastplate.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
Make two gold rings for the breastplate. Attach them to the two [top] corners of the breastplate.

Good News Translation
Make two gold rings and attach them to the upper corners of the breastpiece,

International Standard Version
You are to make two gold rings for the breast piece, and put the two rings on the two edges of the breast piece.

Majority Standard Bible
You are also to make two gold rings and fasten them to the two corners of the breastpiece.

NET Bible
and you are to make for the breastpiece two gold rings and attach the two rings to the upper two ends of the breastpiece.

New Heart English Bible
You shall make on the breastplate two rings of gold, and shall put the two rings on the two ends of the breastplate.

Webster's Bible Translation
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.

World English Bible
You shall make on the breastplate two rings of gold, and shall put the two rings on the two ends of the breastplate.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
and you have made two rings of gold on the breastplate, and have put the two rings on the two ends of the breastplate;

Young's Literal Translation
and thou hast made on the breastplate two rings of gold, and hast put the two rings on the two ends of the breastplate;

Smith's Literal Translation
And make upon the breast-plate two gold rings, and set the two rings upon the two ends of the breast-plate.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
And two rings of gold, which thou shalt put in the two ends at the top of the rational.

Catholic Public Domain Version
and two rings of gold, which you shall place at both ends of the breastplate.

New American Bible
you shall then make two rings of gold for it and fasten them to the two upper ends of the breastpiece.

New Revised Standard Version
and you shall make for the breastpiece two rings of gold, and put the two rings on the two edges of the breastpiece.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
And you shall make upon the breastplate two rings of pure gold, and shall put the two rings on the two ends of the breastplate.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And make two clasps of pure gold for the Mercy Seat and put two clasps on the two sides of the breastplate.
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
And thou shalt make upon the breastplate two rings of gold, and shalt put the two rings on the two ends of the breastplate.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
The Breastpiece
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,…

Cross References
Exodus 39:15-18
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, ...

Leviticus 8:7-9
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. / Moses 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.

Numbers 31:50
So we have brought to the LORD an offering of the gold articles each man acquired—armlets, bracelets, rings, earrings, and necklaces—to make atonement for ourselves before the LORD.”

1 Kings 7:15-22
He cast two pillars of bronze, each eighteen cubits high and twelve cubits in circumference. / He also made two capitals of cast bronze to set on top of the pillars, each capital five cubits high. / For the capitals on top of the pillars he made a network of lattice, with wreaths of chainwork, seven for each capital. ...

2 Chronicles 3:16
He made interwoven chains and put them on top of the pillars. He made a hundred pomegranates and fastened them into the chainwork.

Isaiah 22:24
So they will hang on him all the glory of his father’s house: the descendants and the offshoots—all the lesser vessels, from bowls to every kind of jar.

Ezekiel 16:11-13
I adorned you with jewelry, and I put bracelets on your wrists and a chain around your neck. / I put a ring in your nose, earrings on your ears, and a beautiful crown upon your head. / So you were adorned with gold and silver, and your clothing was made of fine linen, silk, and embroidered cloth. You ate fine flour, honey, and oil. You became very beautiful and rose to be queen.

Zechariah 6:11-14
Take silver and gold, make an ornate crown, and set it on the head of the high priest, Joshua son of Jehozadak. / And you are to tell him that this is what the LORD of Hosts says: ‘Here is a man whose name is the Branch, and He will branch out from His place and build the temple of the LORD. / Yes, He will build the temple of the LORD; He will be clothed in splendor and will sit on His throne and rule. And He will be a priest on His throne, and there will be peaceful counsel between the two.’ ...

Matthew 23:5
All their deeds are done for men to see. They broaden their phylacteries and lengthen their tassels.

Mark 12:38-39
In His teaching Jesus also said, “Watch out for the scribes. They like to walk around in long robes, to receive greetings in the marketplaces, / and to have the chief seats in the synagogues and the places of honor at banquets.

Luke 20:46
“Beware of the scribes. They like to walk around in long robes, and they love the greetings in the marketplaces, the chief seats in the synagogues, and the places of honor at banquets.

John 19:23-24
When the soldiers had crucified Jesus, they divided His garments into four parts, one for each soldier, with the tunic remaining. It was seamless, woven in one piece from top to bottom. / So they said to one another, “Let us not tear it. Instead, let us cast lots to see who will get it.” This was to fulfill the Scripture: “They divided My garments among them, and cast lots for My clothing.” So that is what the soldiers did.

Acts 19:24-27
It began with a silversmith named Demetrius who made silver shrines of Artemis, bringing much business to the craftsmen. / Demetrius assembled the craftsmen, along with the workmen in related trades. “Men,” he said, “you know that this business is our source of prosperity. / And you can see and hear that not only in Ephesus, but in nearly the whole province of Asia, this Paul has persuaded a great number of people to turn away. He says that man-made gods are no gods at all. ...

Romans 13:14
Instead, clothe yourselves with the Lord Jesus Christ, and make no provision for the desires of the flesh.

1 Corinthians 12:12-27
The body is a unit, though it is composed of many parts. And although its parts are many, they all form one body. So it is with Christ. / For in one Spirit we were all baptized into one body, whether Jews or Greeks, slave or free, and we were all given one Spirit to drink. / For the body does not consist of one part, but of many. ...


Treasury of Scripture

And you shall make on the breastplate two rings of gold, and shall put the two rings on the two ends of the breastplate.

Exodus 25:11-15
And thou shalt overlay it with pure gold, within and without shalt thou overlay it, and shalt make upon it a crown of gold round about…

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Exodus 28
1. Aaron and his sons are set apart for the priest's office
2. Holy garments are appointed
6. The ephod and girdle
15. The breast-plate with twelve precious stones
30. The Urim and Thummim
31. The robe of the ephod, with pomegranates and bells
36. The plate of the mitre
39. The embroidered coat
40. The garments for Aaron's sons














You are also to make
This phrase indicates a divine command given to Moses, emphasizing the importance of obedience to God's instructions. The Hebrew root for "make" is עָשָׂה (asah), which means to do, fashion, or accomplish. This reflects the active role of the Israelites in participating in God's plan, highlighting the partnership between divine instruction and human action. It underscores the meticulous care and precision required in the service of God, reminding believers of the importance of diligence and faithfulness in their spiritual duties.

two gold rings
Gold, in biblical symbolism, often represents purity, divinity, and kingship. The use of gold in the construction of the priestly garments signifies the sacredness and the high value of the priestly office. The Hebrew word for "gold" is זָהָב (zahav), which is frequently associated with wealth and divine glory. The "two gold rings" serve a functional purpose in the priestly garments, but they also symbolize the connection between heaven and earth, as the high priest represents the people before God.

and fasten them
The act of fastening implies security and permanence. The Hebrew root קָשַׁר (qashar) means to bind or tie, suggesting a strong and enduring connection. This reflects the enduring covenant between God and His people, as well as the stability and order that God desires in worship. The fastening of the rings ensures that the breastpiece remains securely attached, symbolizing the steadfastness of God's promises and the reliability of His word.

to the two corners
The "two corners" of the breastpiece indicate specific points of attachment, ensuring that the breastpiece is properly aligned and balanced. The Hebrew word for "corners" is פִּנָּה (pinnah), which can also mean a cornerstone or a chief point. This highlights the importance of structure and order in the design of the priestly garments, reflecting the orderliness of God's creation and His desire for harmony in worship.

of the breastpiece
The breastpiece, or חֹשֶׁן (choshen) in Hebrew, is a central element of the high priest's attire, symbolizing judgment and decision-making. It held the Urim and Thummim, tools used for discerning God's will. The breastpiece represents the high priest's role as an intercessor and mediator between God and the people. It signifies the weight of responsibility carried by those who serve in spiritual leadership, reminding believers of the importance of seeking God's guidance in all decisions.

(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.)

Verses 23-28. - These verses present no difficulty. They describe very minutely, and with some tautology, the mode in which the breast-plate was to be fastened to the ephod. It was to have four rings, two at its two upper corners (ver. 23), and two just behind its two lower corners (ver. 20); a gold twist or cord was to be passed through each of the two upper rings, and then attached to the" ouches" or settings of the shoulder stones (ver. 25; compare vers. 11-14). A blue lace or ribbon was to be passed through each of the two lower rings, and these laces were to be tied to two rings, sewn for the purpose on to the front of the ephod a little above the "curious girdle" (vers. 26, 27). By these four fastenings at its four corners, the breast-plate was securely attached to the ephod, and could not readily get loose from it.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
Make
וְעָשִׂ֙יתָ֙ (wə·‘ā·śî·ṯā)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Conjunctive perfect - second person masculine singular
Strong's 6213: To do, make

two
שְׁתֵּ֖י (šə·tê)
Number - fdc
Strong's 8147: Two (a cardinal number)

gold
זָהָ֑ב (zā·hāḇ)
Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 2091: Gold, something gold-colored, as oil, a clear sky

rings
טַבְּע֣וֹת (ṭab·bə·‘ō·wṯ)
Noun - feminine plural construct
Strong's 2885: A seal, signet, a ring of any kind

and attach
וְנָתַתָּ֗ (wə·nā·ṯa·tā)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Conjunctive perfect - second person masculine singular
Strong's 5414: To give, put, set

them
שְׁתֵּי֙ (šə·tê)
Number - fdc
Strong's 8147: Two (a cardinal number)

to
עַל־ (‘al-)
Preposition
Strong's 5921: Above, over, upon, against

the two
שְׁנֵ֖י (šə·nê)
Number - mdc
Strong's 8147: Two (a cardinal number)

corners
קְצ֥וֹת (qə·ṣō·wṯ)
Noun - feminine plural construct
Strong's 7098: A termination

of the breastpiece.
הַחֹֽשֶׁן׃ (ha·ḥō·šen)
Article | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 2833: A pocket, rich, the gorget of the highpriest


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