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They made two rings of gold, and put them on the two shoulder-pieces of the ephod underneath, in the front of it, close by its coupling, above the skillfully woven band of the ephod.
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Garments Pointing to Christ
Matthew Henry's commentary uses this section to explain that the rich and detailed priestly garments were "shadows of good things to come." The true substance they point to is Christ, our Great High Priest. The intricate construction, including the rings and bands, symbolizes how Jesus took on the work of redemption, holds his people near to his heart, and consecrated his entire life to the Father's honor.
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Exodus
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19th Century
Anglican
This section corresponds to Exodus 28:5-40, but it does not follow exactly the same order.
Exodus 39:2–7 correspond to Exodus 28…
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
(See Gill on Exodus 39:2).
Presbyterian
The priests' garments were rich and splendid. The church in its infancy was thus taught by shadows of good things to come; but the substance is Chr…