Topical Bible: Twined

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The term "twined" in the Bible often refers to materials that are intricately woven or twisted together, typically in the context of fine craftsmanship and sacred garments. This concept is primarily found in the descriptions of the tabernacle and the priestly garments in the Old Testament, where it signifies the high quality and divine specifications of these holy items.

Biblical References:

1. Exodus 26:1 : "You are to construct the tabernacle itself with ten curtains of fine twined linen, with blue, purple, and scarlet yarn, with cherubim skillfully worked into them." Here, "twined" describes the linen used in the tabernacle's curtains, indicating a level of craftsmanship that reflects the sacredness and beauty of God's dwelling place among His people.

2. Exodus 28:6 : "They are to make the ephod of finely twined linen, embroidered with gold, with blue, purple, and scarlet yarn." The ephod, a garment worn by the high priest, was made of "finely twined linen," emphasizing the garment's importance and the meticulous work required to meet divine standards.

3. Exodus 39:29 : "The sash was made of finely twined linen, embroidered with blue, purple, and scarlet yarn, just as the LORD had commanded Moses." The use of "twined" here again underscores the precision and care in following God's instructions for the priestly attire.

Symbolism and Significance:

The use of twined materials in the construction of the tabernacle and the making of priestly garments symbolizes purity, holiness, and the intricate relationship between God and His people. The detailed craftsmanship required for twining reflects the dedication and reverence expected in worship and service to God. The colors mentioned alongside twined linen—blue, purple, and scarlet—further enhance the symbolism, representing royalty, divinity, and sacrifice.

Cultural and Historical Context:

In ancient times, the process of twining involved twisting threads together to create a strong and durable fabric. This technique was labor-intensive and required skill, making twined materials valuable and suitable for sacred purposes. The Israelites, under God's command, used these materials to construct the tabernacle, which served as the central place of worship and the dwelling place of God's presence during their journey through the wilderness.

Theological Implications:

The repeated emphasis on twined materials in the construction of the tabernacle and priestly garments highlights the importance of obedience to God's commands and the pursuit of excellence in worship. It serves as a reminder of the holiness required in approaching God and the care that must be taken in preparing a place for His presence. The intricate work of twining also points to the beauty and order inherent in God's creation and His desire for His people to reflect these qualities in their worship and daily lives.

Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary

(imp. & p. p.) of Twine.

Strong's Hebrew

8336. shesh -- byssus
... Word Origin of foreign origin Definition byssus NASB Word Usage fine linen (16),
fine...linen (21), finely...linen (1). blue, fine twined linen, marble, silk. ...
/hebrew/8336.htm - 6k

Library

That the Ruler Should be Always Chief in Action.
... Which ephod is also rightly ordered to be made of gold, blue, purple, twice dyed
scarlet, and flue twined linen (Exodus 28:8), that it may be shewn by how ...
/.../leo/writings of leo the great/chapter iii that the ruler.htm

'Concerning the Crown'
... In ancient usage roses were twined for revellers; pine-shoots or olive branches
for the victors in the games; while the laurel was 'the meed of mighty ...
/.../maclaren/romans corinthians to ii corinthians chap v/concerning the crown.htm

The Son of the Maker is Like unto his Father as Maker!
... David Thy father, in the hundred and tenth Psalm, twined together two numbers
as it were crowns to Thee, and came [to Thee], O Conqueror! ...
/.../ephraim/hymns and homilies of ephraim the syrian/hymn vii the son of.htm

Concerning the Garments of the Priests, and of the High Priest.
... It is a girdle, composed of fine twined linen, and is put about the privy parts,
the feet being to be inserted into them in the nature of breeches, but above ...
/.../josephus/the antiquities of the jews/chapter 7 concerning the garments.htm

Scriptural Types.
... Over this enclosure, and hanging down on either side, was spread a rich covering
formed by coupling together ten curtains of "fine-twined linen, and blue, and ...
/.../barrows/companion to the bible/chapter xxxvii scriptural types.htm

What do we Count them Worth?
... down. There is one with whom the Spirit strove last year when we were here.
But a cord of sin was twined round her soul. She has ...
/.../wilson-carmichael/things as they are/chapter xxix what do we.htm

The Rent Veil
... It was made of "fine twined linen, with Cherubims of cunning work." This gives the
idea of a substantial fabric, a piece of lasting tapestry, which would have ...
/.../spurgeon/spurgeons sermons volume 34 1888/the rent veil.htm

"Him. "
... Doubtless many of you know fully that same eagerness, and maybe more. I remember
a simple story that twined its clinging tendril lingers about my heart. ...
//christianbookshelf.org/gordon/quiet talks on service/him.htm

The Young Knight: a Parable
... He twined the wild briar, red and white, Upon his head the garland dight, The green
leaves withered black as night, And burnt into his brain O! ...
/.../kingsley/andromeda and other poems/the young knight a parable.htm

The Body of Our Lord Placed in the Sepulchre.
... door of the sepulchre. The entrance of the grotto was closed by a gate
made of branches twined together. Everything that was done ...
/.../the dolorous passion of our lord jesus christ/chapter lii the body of.htm

Thesaurus

Twined (25 Occurrences)
... Multi-Version Concordance Twined (25 Occurrences). ... Exodus 26:31 "You shall make a
veil of blue, and purple, and scarlet, and fine twined linen, with cherubim. ...
/t/twined.htm - 13k

Finely (27 Occurrences)
... Exodus 26:1 Moreover thou shalt make the tabernacle with ten curtains: of fine twined
linen, and blue, and purple, and scarlet, with cherubim the work of the ...
/f/finely.htm - 14k

Byssus (40 Occurrences)
... Exodus 26:1 And thou shalt make the tabernacle with ten curtains of twined byssus,
and blue, and purple, and scarlet: with cherubim of artistic work shalt thou ...
/b/byssus.htm - 19k

Yarn (37 Occurrences)
... Exodus 26:1 "Moreover you shall make the tabernacle with ten curtains; of fine
twined linen, and blue, and purple, and scarlet, with cherubim. ...
/y/yarn.htm - 18k

Twisted (79 Occurrences)
... Exodus 26:1 Moreover thou shalt make the tabernacle with ten curtains: of fine twined
linen, and blue, and purple, and scarlet, with cherubim the work of the ...
/t/twisted.htm - 28k

Craftsman (23 Occurrences)
... Exodus 26:1 "Moreover you shall make the tabernacle with ten curtains; of fine
twined linen, and blue, and purple, and scarlet, with cherubim. ...
/c/craftsman.htm - 13k

Skilled (44 Occurrences)
... Exodus 26:1 Moreover thou shalt make the tabernacle with ten curtains: of fine twined
linen, and blue, and purple, and scarlet, with cherubim the work of the ...
/s/skilled.htm - 20k

Skillful (42 Occurrences)
... Exodus 26:1 "Moreover you shall make the tabernacle with ten curtains; of fine
twined linen, and blue, and purple, and scarlet, with cherubim. ...
/s/skillful.htm - 19k

Curious (18 Occurrences)
... Exodus 26:1 Moreover, thou shalt make the tabernacle with ten curtains of fine twined
linen, and blue, and purple, and scarlet: with cherubim of curious work ...
/c/curious.htm - 14k

Stuff (49 Occurrences)
... Exodus 26:1 "Moreover you shall make the tabernacle with ten curtains; of fine
twined linen, and blue, and purple, and scarlet, with cherubim. ...
/s/stuff.htm - 23k

Resources

What is a prayer shawl? | GotQuestions.org

What was the significance of the ephod? | GotQuestions.org

Twined: Dictionary and Thesaurus | Clyx.com

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Twined (25 Occurrences)

Exodus 25:4
blue, purple, scarlet, fine linen, goats' hair,
(See RSV)

Exodus 26:1
"Moreover you shall make the tabernacle with ten curtains; of fine twined linen, and blue, and purple, and scarlet, with cherubim. The work of the skillful workman you shall make them.
(WEB KJV JPS ASV DBY WBS YLT RSV)

Exodus 26:31
"You shall make a veil of blue, and purple, and scarlet, and fine twined linen, with cherubim. The work of the skillful workman shall it be made.
(WEB KJV JPS ASV DBY WBS YLT RSV)

Exodus 26:36
"You shall make a screen for the door of the Tent, of blue, and purple, and scarlet, and fine twined linen, the work of the embroiderer.
(WEB KJV JPS ASV DBY WBS YLT RSV)

Exodus 27:9
"You shall make the court of the tabernacle: for the south side southward there shall be hangings for the court of fine twined linen one hundred cubits long for one side:
(WEB KJV JPS ASV DBY WBS YLT RSV)

Exodus 27:16
For the gate of the court shall be a screen of twenty cubits, of blue, and purple, and scarlet, and fine twined linen, the work of the embroiderer; their pillars four, and their sockets four.
(WEB KJV JPS ASV DBY WBS YLT RSV)

Exodus 27:18
The length of the court shall be one hundred cubits, and the breadth fifty every where, and the height five cubits, of fine twined linen, and their sockets of brass.
(WEB KJV JPS ASV DBY WBS YLT RSV)

Exodus 28:5
And they shall take gold, and blue, and purple, and scarlet, and twined byssus,
(DBY RSV)

Exodus 28:6
"They shall make the ephod of gold, of blue, and purple, scarlet, and fine twined linen, the work of the skillful workman.
(WEB KJV JPS ASV DBY WBS YLT RSV)

Exodus 28:8
The skillfully woven band, which is on it, that is on him, shall be like its work and of the same piece; of gold, of blue, and purple, and scarlet, and fine twined linen.
(WEB KJV JPS ASV DBY WBS YLT RSV)

Exodus 35:6
blue, purple, scarlet, fine linen, goats' hair,
(See RSV)

Exodus 35:25
All the women who were wise-hearted spun with their hands, and brought that which they had spun, the blue, the purple, the scarlet, and the fine linen.
(See RSV)

Exodus 36:8
All the wise-hearted men among those who did the work made the tabernacle with ten curtains; of fine twined linen, blue, purple, and scarlet, with cherubim, the work of the skillful workman, they made them.
(WEB KJV JPS ASV DBY WBS YLT RSV)

Exodus 36:35
He made the veil of blue, purple, scarlet, and fine twined linen: with cherubim. He made it the work of a skillful workman.
(WEB KJV JPS ASV DBY WBS YLT RSV)

Exodus 36:37
He made a screen for the door of the tent, of blue, purple, scarlet, and fine twined linen, the work of an embroiderer;
(WEB KJV JPS ASV DBY WBS YLT RSV)

Exodus 38:9
He made the court: for the south side southward the hangings of the court were of fine twined linen, one hundred cubits;
(WEB KJV JPS ASV DBY WBS YLT RSV)

Exodus 38:16
All the hangings around the court were of fine twined linen.
(WEB KJV JPS ASV DBY WBS YLT RSV)

Exodus 38:23
With him was Oholiab, the son of Ahisamach, of the tribe of Dan, an engraver, and a skillful workman, and an embroiderer in blue, in purple, in scarlet, and in fine linen.
(See RSV)

Exodus 39:2
He made the ephod of gold, blue, purple, scarlet, and fine twined linen.
(WEB KJV JPS ASV DBY WBS YLT RSV)

Exodus 39:3
They beat the gold into thin plates, and cut it into wires, to work it in the blue, in the purple, in the scarlet, and in the fine linen, the work of the skillful workman.
(See RSV)

Exodus 39:5
The skillfully woven band that was on it, with which to fasten it on, was of the same piece, like its work; of gold, of blue, purple, scarlet, and fine twined linen; as Yahweh commanded Moses.
(WEB KJV JPS ASV DBY WBS YLT RSV)

Exodus 39:8
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.
(WEB KJV JPS ASV DBY WBS YLT RSV)

Exodus 39:24
They made on the skirts of the robe pomegranates of blue, purple, scarlet, and twined linen.
(WEB KJV JPS ASV DBY WBS YLT RSV)

Exodus 39:28
and the turban of fine linen, and the linen headbands of fine linen, and the linen breeches of fine twined linen,
(WEB KJV JPS ASV DBY WBS YLT RSV)

Exodus 39:29
and the sash of fine twined linen, and blue, and purple, and scarlet, the work of the embroiderer, as Yahweh commanded Moses.
(WEB KJV JPS ASV DBY WBS YLT RSV)

Subtopics

Twined

Related Terms

Finely (27 Occurrences)

Byssus (40 Occurrences)

Yarn (37 Occurrences)

Twisted (79 Occurrences)

Craftsman (23 Occurrences)

Skilled (44 Occurrences)

Skillful (42 Occurrences)

Curious (18 Occurrences)

Stuff (49 Occurrences)