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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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Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes

On Exodus 28:1–43

18th Century

Theologian

(). 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…

Charles Ellicott

Charles Ellicott

On Exodus 28:11

19th Century

Bishop

The engravings of a signet. — Compare Note 2 on Exodus 28:9. Signets had already been mentioned in Genesis 38:18;[Reference Genesi…

John Gill

John Gill

On Exodus 28:11

17th Century

Pastor

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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Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

On Exodus 28:6–14

17th Century

Minister

This richly made ephod was the outermost garment of the high priest; plain linen ephods were worn by the lower-ranking priests. It was a short coat…