Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version The gold bells and the pomegranates are to alternate around the hem of the robe. New Living Translation The gold bells and pomegranates are to alternate all around the hem. English Standard Version a golden bell and a pomegranate, a golden bell and a pomegranate, around the hem of the robe. Berean Standard Bible alternating the gold bells and pomegranates around the lower hem of the robe. King James Bible A golden bell and a pomegranate, a golden bell and a pomegranate, upon the hem of the robe round about. New King James Version a golden bell and a pomegranate, a golden bell and a pomegranate, upon the hem of the robe all around. New American Standard Bible a golden bell and a pomegranate, a golden bell and a pomegranate, all around on the hem of the robe. NASB 1995 a golden bell and a pomegranate, a golden bell and a pomegranate, all around on the hem of the robe. NASB 1977 a golden bell and a pomegranate, a golden bell and a pomegranate, all around on the hem of the robe. Legacy Standard Bible a golden bell and a pomegranate, a golden bell and a pomegranate, all around on the hem of the robe. Amplified Bible a golden bell and a pomegranate, a golden bell and a pomegranate, all around the [bottom] hem of the robe. Christian Standard Bible so that gold bells and pomegranates alternate around the lower hem of the robe. Holman Christian Standard Bible so that gold bells and pomegranates alternate around the lower hem of the robe. American Standard Version a golden bell and a pomegranate, a golden bell and a pomegranate, upon the skirts of the robe round about. English Revised Version a golden bell and a pomegranate, a golden bell and a pomegranate, upon the skirts of the robe round about. GOD'S WORD® Translation a gold bell alternating with a pomegranate all around the hem of the robe. International Standard Version You are to have a gold bell and a pomegranate, then a gold bell and a pomegranate, on the hem of the robe all the way around it. Majority Standard Bible alternating the gold bells and pomegranates around the lower hem of the robe. NET Bible The pattern is to be a gold bell and a pomegranate, a gold bell and a pomegranate, all around the hem of the robe. New Heart English Bible a golden bell and a pomegranate, a golden bell and a pomegranate, around the hem of the robe. Webster's Bible Translation A golden bell and a pomegranate, a golden bell and a pomegranate, upon the hem of the robe around it. World English Bible a golden bell and a pomegranate, a golden bell and a pomegranate, around the hem of the robe. Literal Translations Literal Standard Versiona bell of gold and a pomegranate [and] a bell of gold and a pomegranate [are] on the hems of the upper robe all around. Young's Literal Translation a bell of gold and a pomegranate, a bell of gold and a pomegranate are on the hems of the upper robe round about. Smith's Literal Translation A gold bell and a pomegranate, a gold bell and a pomegranate, upon the train of the robe round about. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleSo that there shall be a golden bell and a pomegranate, and again another golden bell and a pomegranate. Catholic Public Domain Version So then, there shall be a little golden bell and a pomegranate, and again another golden bell and a pomegranate. New American Bible a gold bell, a pomegranate, a gold bell, a pomegranate, all around the hem of the robe. New Revised Standard Version a golden bell and a pomegranate alternating all around the lower hem of the robe. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleA golden bell and a pomegranate, a golden bell and a pomegranate, on the hem of the robe round about. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And a bell, a bell of gold and pomegranates on the hem of the apron, encircling. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917a golden bell and a pomegranate, a golden bell and a pomegranate, upon the skirts of the robe round about. Brenton Septuagint Translation A bell by the side of a golden pomegranate, and flower-work on the fringe of the robe round about. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Additional Priestly Garments…33Make pomegranates of blue, purple, and scarlet yarn all the way around the lower hem, with gold bells between them, 34alternating the gold bells and pomegranates around the lower hem of the robe. 35Aaron must wear the robe whenever he ministers, and its sound will be heard when he enters or exits the sanctuary before the LORD, so that he will not die.… Cross References Leviticus 8:7-9 He put the tunic on Aaron, tied the sash around him, clothed him with the robe, and put the ephod on him. He tied the woven band of the ephod around him and fastened it to him. / Then he put the breastpiece on him and placed the Urim and Thummim in the breastpiece. / Moses also put the turban on Aaron’s head and set the gold plate, the holy diadem, on the front of the turban, as the LORD had commanded him. Hebrews 9:4 containing the golden altar of incense and the gold-covered ark of the covenant. Inside the ark were the gold jar of manna, Aaron’s staff that had budded, and the stone tablets of the covenant. Revelation 1:13 and among the lampstands was One like the Son of Man, dressed in a long robe, with a golden sash around His chest. Exodus 39:25-26 They also made bells of pure gold and attached them around the hem between the pomegranates, / alternating the bells and pomegranates around the lower hem of the robe to be worn for ministry, just as the LORD had commanded Moses. Numbers 10:2 “Make two trumpets of hammered silver to be used for calling the congregation and for having the camps set out. 1 Kings 7:50 the pure gold basins, wick trimmers, sprinkling bowls, ladles, and censers; and the gold hinges for the doors of the inner temple (that is, the Most Holy Place) as well as for the doors of the main hall of the temple. 2 Chronicles 4:21 the flowers, lamps, and tongs of gold—of purest gold; Psalm 150:5 Praise Him with clashing cymbals; praise Him with resounding cymbals. Isaiah 11:1 Then a shoot will spring up from the stump of Jesse, and a Branch from his roots will bear fruit. Ezekiel 28:13 You were in Eden, the garden of God. Every kind of precious stone adorned you: ruby, topaz, and diamond, beryl, onyx, and jasper, sapphire, turquoise, and emerald. Your mountings and settings were crafted in gold, prepared on the day of your creation. Matthew 23:5 All their deeds are done for men to see. They broaden their phylacteries and lengthen their tassels. Mark 6:56 And wherever He went—villages and towns and countrysides—they laid the sick in the marketplaces and begged Him just to let them touch the fringe of His cloak. And all who touched Him were healed. Luke 8:44 She came up behind Jesus and touched the fringe of His cloak, and immediately her bleeding stopped. John 19:23-24 When the soldiers had crucified Jesus, they divided His garments into four parts, one for each soldier, with the tunic remaining. It was seamless, woven in one piece from top to bottom. / So they said to one another, “Let us not tear it. Instead, let us cast lots to see who will get it.” This was to fulfill the Scripture: “They divided My garments among them, and cast lots for My clothing.” So that is what the soldiers did. Acts 19:12 so that even handkerchiefs and aprons that had touched him were taken to the sick, and the diseases and evil spirits left them. Treasury of Scripture A golden bell and a pomegranate, a golden bell and a pomegranate, on the hem of the robe round about. Psalm 89:15 Blessed is the people that know the joyful sound: they shall walk, O LORD, in the light of thy countenance. Song of Solomon 2:3 As the apple tree among the trees of the wood, so is my beloved among the sons. I sat down under his shadow with great delight, and his fruit was sweet to my taste. Song of Solomon 4:3,13 Thy lips are like a thread of scarlet, and thy speech is comely: thy temples are like a piece of a pomegranate within thy locks… Jump to Previous Bell Bells Cloak Fruit Gold Golden Hem Hems Pomegranate Pomegranates Robe Round Skirts Turn UpperJump to Next Bell Bells Cloak Fruit Gold Golden Hem Hems Pomegranate Pomegranates Robe Round Skirts Turn UpperExodus 28 1. Aaron and his sons are set apart for the priest's office2. Holy garments are appointed 6. The ephod and girdle 15. The breast-plate with twelve precious stones 30. The Urim and Thummim 31. The robe of the ephod, with pomegranates and bells 36. The plate of the mitre 39. The embroidered coat 40. The garments for Aaron's sons alternating the gold bells and pomegranates The design of the priestly garments, particularly the robe of the ephod, is detailed and symbolic. The gold bells and pomegranates were alternated around the hem, signifying a balance between sound and silence, or proclamation and fruitfulness. Gold, a precious metal, symbolizes divinity and purity, while pomegranates, often associated with abundance and fertility, represent the fruitfulness of God's people. The alternating pattern may also suggest the harmony and order required in worship and service to God. The sound of the bells was significant, as it announced the high priest's presence in the Holy Place, ensuring he was not struck down for entering unannounced (Exodus 28:35). around the lower hem of the robe Persons / Places / Events 1. MosesThe leader of the Israelites who received the instructions for the priestly garments from God on Mount Sinai. 2. Aaron The brother of Moses, appointed as the first high priest of Israel, for whom the robe with bells and pomegranates was made. 3. Israelites The chosen people of God, who were to be led by priests in worship and service to God. 4. Tabernacle The portable dwelling place for the divine presence, where the high priest would serve. 5. Priestly Garments Special clothing, including the robe with bells and pomegranates, designed for the high priest to wear during service. Teaching Points Symbolism of the Bells and PomegranatesThe alternating gold bells and pomegranates on the robe symbolize the balance of sound and beauty in worship. The bells signified the presence and movement of the high priest, while the pomegranates, often associated with fruitfulness, represented the abundance and blessings of God. The Role of the High Priest The high priest served as a mediator between God and the people. This role foreshadows Christ, our ultimate High Priest, who intercedes on our behalf. Holiness in Worship The detailed instructions for the priestly garments highlight the importance of approaching God with reverence and holiness. Our worship today should reflect this same attitude of respect and awe. Spiritual Fruitfulness Just as the pomegranates symbolized fruitfulness, believers are called to bear spiritual fruit in their lives, demonstrating the character of Christ. The Sound of Faith The bells on the robe remind us that our faith should be evident and heard in our daily lives, as we live out our calling as a royal priesthood.Verses 34, 35. - A golden bell and a pomegranate. Hebrew tradition gives a most uncertain sound with respect to the number of the bells. According to some, they were 12 only; according to others, 72; according to a third school, 3651 Equally conflicting are the explanations given of their symbolism - (1) that they typified the proclamation and expounding of the law by the high-priest - (2) that they were a musical offering of praise - (3) that they marked kingly dignity, since Oriental kings sometimes wore bells - and . . . Hebrew so that goldזָהָב֙ (zā·hāḇ) Noun - masculine singular Strong's 2091: Gold, something gold-colored, as oil, a clear sky bells פַּעֲמֹ֤ן (pa·‘ă·mōn) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 6472: Bell (on high priest's robe) and pomegranates וְרִמּ֔וֹן (wə·rim·mō·wn) Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 7416: A pomegranate, the tree, the fruit alternate around סָבִֽיב׃ (sā·ḇîḇ) Adverb Strong's 5439: A circle, neighbour, environs, around the lower hem שׁוּלֵ֥י (šū·lê) Noun - masculine plural construct Strong's 7757: A skirt, a bottom edge of the robe. הַמְּעִ֖יל (ham·mə·‘îl) Article | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 4598: A robe Links Exodus 28:34 NIVExodus 28:34 NLT Exodus 28:34 ESV Exodus 28:34 NASB Exodus 28:34 KJV Exodus 28:34 BibleApps.com Exodus 28:34 Biblia Paralela Exodus 28:34 Chinese Bible Exodus 28:34 French Bible Exodus 28:34 Catholic Bible OT Law: Exodus 28:34 A golden bell and a pomegranate (Exo. Ex) |
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