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They worked the onyx stones, enclosed in settings of gold, engraved with the engravings of a signet, according to the names of the children of Israel.
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A Picture of Christ's Care
Matthew Henry's commentary interprets the engraved stones as a powerful symbol of Christ's high priestly ministry. Just as the priest carried the names of Israel's tribes on his shoulders, Jesus, our High Priest, takes charge of His people. This imagery suggests that Christ holds believers close to His heart, presents them lovingly to God the Father, and has them figuratively "engraved on the palms of his hands," signifying His constant care and remembrance.
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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…