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Intricate, God-Ordained Craft
Commentators explain that these were not typical link chains but were intricately made from pure gold wires twisted together like ropes. This specific instruction for "wreathen work" highlights the immense detail, beauty, and excellence God required for the sacred items used in worship, showing that craftsmanship can be an act of devotion.
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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 28:14
19th Century
Bishop
Chains ... at the ends. —Rather, chains of equal length, or, perhaps, of wreathen work.
Of wreathe…
John Gill
On Exodus 28:14
17th Century
Pastor
And two chains of pure gold at the ends
The use of which was to hang the breast plate on, after described; one end o…
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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…