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With the work of an engraver in stone, like the engravings of a signet, shall you engrave the two stones, according to the names of the children of Israel: you shall make them to be enclosed in settings of gold.
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Excellence in Worship
Commentators note that the engraving on the shoulder stones was to be done with the skill of a master craftsman, similar to the fine art of signet engraving practiced in ancient Egypt. The gold settings, called "ouches," were also intricate, possibly a type of filigree or woven wire. This level of detail highlights the importance of offering our very best in the service and worship of God.
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Exodus
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18th Century
Presbyterian
(). Moses is now commanded to commit all that pertains to the offerings made to the Lord in the sanctuary to the exclusive charge of the members of…
19th Century
Anglican
The engravings of a signet. — Compare Note 2 on Exodus 28:9. Signets had already been mentioned in Genesis 38:18;[Reference Genesi…
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
With the work of an engraver in stone Not in common but precious stones: Moses was not to do this himself, as it cou…
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