Exodus 35:9
New International Version
and onyx stones and other gems to be mounted on the ephod and breastpiece.

New Living Translation
onyx stones, and other gemstones to be set in the ephod and the priest’s chestpiece.

English Standard Version
and onyx stones and stones for setting, for the ephod and for the breastpiece.

Berean Standard Bible
and onyx stones and gemstones to be mounted on the ephod and breastpiece.

King James Bible
And onyx stones, and stones to be set for the ephod, and for the breastplate.

New King James Version
onyx stones, and stones to be set in the ephod and in the breastplate.

New American Standard Bible
and onyx stones and setting stones for the ephod and for the breastpiece.

NASB 1995
and onyx stones and setting stones for the ephod and for the breastpiece.

NASB 1977
and onyx stones and setting stones, for the ephod and for the breastpiece.

Legacy Standard Bible
and onyx stones and setting stones for the ephod and for the breastpiece.

Amplified Bible
and onyx stones and other stones to be set for the ephod and the breastpiece.

Christian Standard Bible
and onyx with gemstones to mount on the ephod and breastpiece.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
and onyx with gemstones to mount on the ephod and breastpiece.”

American Standard Version
and onyx stones, and stones to be set, for the ephod, and for the breastplate.

Contemporary English Version
onyx stones or other gems for the sacred vest and breastpiece.

English Revised Version
and onyx stones, and stones to be set, for the ephod, and for the breastplate.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
onyx stones, and other precious stones to be set in the [chief priest's] ephod and breastplate.

Good News Translation
carnelians and other jewels to be set in the High Priest's ephod and in his breastpiece.

International Standard Version
onyx stones, and stones for setting in the ephod and the breast piece.

Majority Standard Bible
and onyx stones and gemstones to be mounted on the ephod and breastpiece.

NET Bible
onyx stones, and other gems for mounting on the ephod and the breastpiece.

New Heart English Bible
onyx stones, and stones to be set for the ephod and for the breastplate.

Webster's Bible Translation
And onyx stones, and stones to be set for the ephod, and for the breast-plate.

World English Bible
onyx stones, and stones to be set for the ephod and for the breastplate.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
and shoham stones, and stones for settings, for an ephod, and for a breastplate.

Young's Literal Translation
and shoham stones, and stones for settings, for an ephod, and for a breastplate.

Smith's Literal Translation
And stones of onyx, and stones of filling up for the ephod, and for the breast-plate.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
Onyx stones, and precious stones, for the adorning of the ephod and the rational.

Catholic Public Domain Version
onyx stones and gems, to adorn the ephod and the breastplate.

New American Bible
onyx stones and other gems for mounting on the ephod and on the breastpiece.

New Revised Standard Version
and onyx stones and gems to be set in the ephod and the breastpiece.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
And onyx stones, and precious stones for the ephod, and for the breastplate.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And oil to give light, and fragrances for oil of anointing, and for incense of sweet spices.
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
and onyx stones, and stones to be set, for the ephod, and for the breastplate.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
and sardine stones, and stones for engraving for the shoulder-piece and full-length robe.

Additional Translations ...
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Context
Materials for the Tabernacle
8olive oil for the light; spices for the anointing oil and for the fragrant incense; 9and onyx stones and gemstones to be mounted on the ephod and breastpiece.

Cross References
Exodus 25:3-7
This is the offering you are to accept from them: gold, silver, and bronze; / blue, purple, and scarlet yarn; fine linen and goat hair; / ram skins dyed red and fine leather; acacia wood; ...

Exodus 31:1-11
Then the LORD said to Moses, / “See, I have called by name Bezalel son of Uri, the son of Hur, of the tribe of Judah. / And I have filled him with the Spirit of God, with skill, ability, and knowledge in all kinds of craftsmanship, ...

1 Chronicles 29:2
Now with all my ability I have made provision for the house of my God—gold for the gold articles, silver for the silver, bronze for the bronze, iron for the iron, and wood for the wood, as well as onyx for the settings, turquoise, stones of various colors, all kinds of precious stones, and slabs of marble—all in abundance.

1 Kings 7:13-14
Now King Solomon sent to bring Huram from Tyre. / He was the son of a widow from the tribe of Naphtali, and his father was a man of Tyre, a craftsman in bronze. Huram had great skill, understanding, and knowledge for every kind of bronze work. So he came to King Solomon and carried out all his work.

2 Chronicles 2:7
Send me, therefore, a craftsman skilled in engraving to work with gold and silver, with bronze and iron, and with purple, crimson, and blue yarn. He will work with my craftsmen in Judah and Jerusalem, whom my father David provided.

2 Chronicles 2:14
He is the son of a woman from the daughters of Dan, and his father is a man of Tyre. He is skilled in work with gold and silver, bronze and iron, stone and wood, purple, blue, and crimson yarn, and fine linen. He is experienced in every kind of engraving and can execute any design that is given him. He will work with your craftsmen and with those of my lord, your father David.

2 Chronicles 3:6
He adorned the temple with precious stones for beauty, and its gold was from Parvaim.

Isaiah 54:11-12
“O afflicted city, lashed by storms, without solace, surely I will set your stones in antimony and lay your foundations with sapphires. / I will make your pinnacles of rubies, your gates of sparkling jewels, and all your walls of precious stones.

Ezekiel 16:10-13
I clothed you in embroidered cloth and gave you sandals of fine leather. I wrapped you in fine linen and covered you with silk. / 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. ...

Revelation 21:18-21
The wall was made of jasper, and the city itself of pure gold, as pure as glass. / The foundations of the city walls were adorned with every kind of precious stone: The first foundation was jasper, the second sapphire, the third chalcedony, the fourth emerald, / the fifth sardonyx, the sixth carnelian, the seventh chrysolite, the eighth beryl, the ninth topaz, the tenth chrysoprase, the eleventh jacinth, and the twelfth amethyst. ...

1 Corinthians 3:12
If anyone builds on this foundation using gold, silver, precious stones, wood, hay, or straw,

1 Peter 2:5
you also, like living stones, are being built into a spiritual house to be a holy priesthood, offering spiritual sacrifices acceptable to God through Jesus Christ.

Hebrews 9:4
containing the golden altar of incense and the gold-covered ark of the covenant. Inside the ark were the gold jar of manna, Aaron’s staff that had budded, and the stone tablets of the covenant.

Revelation 4:3
The One seated there looked like jasper and carnelian, and a rainbow that gleamed like an emerald encircled the throne.

Revelation 17:4
The woman was dressed in purple and scarlet, and adorned with gold and precious stones and pearls. She held in her hand a golden cup full of abominations and the impurities of her sexual immorality.


Treasury of Scripture

And onyx stones, and stones to be set for the ephod, and for the breastplate.

Exodus 25:5
And rams' skins dyed red, and badgers' skins, and shittim wood,

Exodus 28:9,17-21
And thou shalt take two onyx stones, and grave on them the names of the children of Israel: …

Exodus 39:6-14
And they wrought onyx stones inclosed in ouches of gold, graven, as signets are graven, with the names of the children of Israel…

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Exodus 35
1. The Sabbath
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onyx stones
The Hebrew word for "onyx" is "shoham," which is often associated with precious stones of great value and beauty. Onyx stones were used in the high priest's garments, specifically on the ephod, symbolizing the tribes of Israel. Historically, onyx was prized in ancient cultures for its durability and aesthetic appeal. Spiritually, the onyx stones represent the enduring and precious nature of God's covenant with His people, reminding believers of the beauty and permanence of their relationship with God.

and gemstones
The term "gemstones" in Hebrew is "avnei-miluim," which refers to stones that are set or mounted. These stones were not only decorative but also held significant spiritual symbolism. Each gemstone represented one of the twelve tribes of Israel, signifying the diversity and unity of God's people. The use of gemstones in the priestly garments underscores the value God places on each individual within the community of faith, highlighting the unique role and contribution of every believer.

to be mounted
The phrase "to be mounted" indicates the careful and intentional placement of the stones. In Hebrew, the word "miluim" suggests a setting or filling, implying that each stone had a specific place and purpose. This meticulous arrangement reflects God's order and design in His creation and His plans for His people. It serves as a reminder that God has a specific place and purpose for each of us in His divine plan, and that we are each uniquely crafted to fit into His greater design.

on the ephod
The "ephod" was a sacred garment worn by the high priest, made of fine linen and adorned with gold, blue, purple, and scarlet yarn. The ephod was a symbol of the priest's role as a mediator between God and the people. The onyx stones on the ephod bore the names of the tribes of Israel, signifying the priest's duty to represent the people before God. This highlights the importance of intercession and the role of spiritual leaders in guiding and supporting the community of faith.

and breastpiece
The "breastpiece," also known as the breastplate of judgment, was a square, ornate piece of fabric worn over the ephod. It held twelve gemstones, each engraved with the name of one of the tribes of Israel. The breastpiece was a constant reminder of the high priest's responsibility to carry the people of Israel on his heart before God. This serves as an inspirational reminder for believers to carry one another in prayer and love, reflecting the heart of Christ, our ultimate High Priest, who intercedes for us continually.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
and of onyx stones
וְאַ֨בְנֵי־ (wə·’aḇ·nê-)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - feminine plural construct
Strong's 68: A stone

and gemstones
וְאַבְנֵ֖י (wə·’aḇ·nê)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - feminine plural construct
Strong's 68: A stone

to be mounted
מִלֻּאִ֑ים (mil·lu·’îm)
Noun - masculine plural
Strong's 4394: A fulfilling, a setting, consecration

on the ephod
לָאֵפ֖וֹד (lā·’ê·p̄ō·wḏ)
Preposition-l, Article | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 646: A girdle, the ephod, highpriest's shoulder-piece, an image

and breastpiece.
וְלַחֹֽשֶׁן׃ (wə·la·ḥō·šen)
Conjunctive waw, Preposition-l, Article | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 2833: A pocket, rich, the gorget of the highpriest


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