Exodus 28:24
ESV
And you shall put the two cords of gold in the two rings at the edges of the breastpiece.
NIV
Fasten the two gold chains to the rings at the corners of the breastpiece,
NASB
And you shall put the two cords of gold on the two rings at the ends of the breastpiece.
CSB
Then attach the two gold cords to the two gold rings at the corners of the breastpiece.
NLT
Tie the two gold cords to the two rings on the chestpiece.
KJV
And thou shalt put the two wreathen chains of gold in the two rings which are on the ends of the breastplate.
NKJV
Then you shall put the two braided chains of gold in the two rings which are on the ends of the breastplate;
What does Exodus 28:24 mean?
Please see our chapter commentary on Exodus 28; verse-level content coming soon!Exodus 28:15–30 provides details for an ornate chest piece to be worn over the "ephod" (Exodus 28:6) by Israel's high priest (Exodus 28:1–5). The garment is a square pouch about 9 inches, or 23 centimeters, on each side. The front of the breastpiece features twelve precious stones set in an ornate pattern of gold wire. Each stone is engraved with the name of a tribe of Israel (Exodus 1:1–5). This is connected to the ephod by gold rings and chains. Inside the pouch are two objects called Urim and Thummim; each is some sort of die, lot, or token.
The Lord will assign Aaron and his descendants to be Israel's priests (Numbers 3:10). In this chapter, God describes the priestly garments worn for this office. They are to be beautiful and made with great skill. A high priest's uniform included a breastpiece, a sleeveless smock called an "ephod," as well as a robe, coat, turban, and sash. Other priests wore caps, sashes, coats, and linen underclothes made for their roles. Some items are explained in detail. These garments embody various elements of worship under the Mosaic covenant.
