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He made the breastplate, the work of a skillful workman, like the work of the ephod; of gold, of blue, purple, scarlet, and fine twined linen.
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A Picture of Christ's Heart
Matthew Henry's commentary explains that the splendid priestly garments, like the breastplate, were not merely for show but were "shadows of good things to come." They point forward to Jesus Christ, our great High Priest. The breastplate, worn over the heart, symbolizes how Christ holds His people close to His own heart, representing them continually before God the Father.
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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…
