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A Memorial for God
Commentators clarify that the engraved stones were not primarily to remind the Israelites of their identity, but to serve as a 'memorial' before God. The high priest carried the names of the tribes into God's presence, symbolically reminding God of His covenant people and His promises to them.
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Exodus
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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
On Exodus 28:12
19th Century
Bishop
For stones of memorial to the children of Israel. —Rather, for the children of Israel. The intention was that the stones …
John Gill
On Exodus 28:12
17th Century
Pastor
And you shall put the stones upon the shoulders of the ephod, &c.] That is, the shoulder pieces of it; these stones were …
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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…