King James Version:
(The Lord speaking is red text)
And the third row, a ligure, an agate, and an amethyst.
Complete Jewish Bible:
the third row an orange zircon, an agate and an amethyst;
Berean Standard Bible:
the third row had a jacinth, an agate, and an amethyst;
American Standard Version:
and the third row, a jacinth, an agate, and an amethyst;
KJV with Strong’s Numbers:
And the third{H7992} row{H2905}, a ligure{H3958}, an agate{H7618}, and an amethyst{H306}.
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Commentary for Exodus 39:12
Exodus 39:12 is a verse from the Old Testament that describes a specific detail within the construction of the high priest's breastplate, an integral part of the priestly garments in ancient Israel. The verse is part of a larger section in Exodus that meticulously outlines the instructions given by God to Moses for the building of the Tabernacle—the portable sanctuary used by the Israelites during their journey in the wilderness after the exodus from Egypt.
In the historical context, the Israelites were forming their religious identity and practices, and the Tabernacle was central to their worship. The breastplate of the high priest, also known as the breastplate of judgment, was a sacred garment adorned with twelve precious stones, each representing one of the twelve tribes of Israel. The third row of stones mentioned in Exodus 39:12—the ligure, the agate, and the amethyst—corresponded to the tribes of Gad, Asher, and Issachar, respectively.
The themes present in this verse include the importance of following divine instructions precisely, the significance of symbolism in worship, and the representation of the entire nation of Israel in the priestly vestments. The precious stones symbolize the value of each tribe in the eyes of God and the unity of the people. Additionally, the verse reflects the detailed and ordered nature of worship in ancient Israelite society, where every object and ritual held deep religious and often prophetic significance. The breastplate itself was not only a symbol of the high priest's role as mediator between God and the people but also a tangible representation of God's presence among His people.
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Strong's Numbers and Definitions:
Note: H = Hebrew (OT), G = Greek (NT)
- Strong's Number: H7992
There are 94 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: שְׁלִישִׁי
Transliteration: shᵉlîyshîy
Pronunciation: shel-ee-shee'
Description: ordinal from שָׁלוֹשׁ; third; feminine athird (part); by extension, a third (day, year or time); specifically, a third-story cell); third (part, rank, time), three (years old). - Strong's Number: H2905
There are 20 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: טוּר
Transliteration: ṭûwr
Pronunciation: toor
Description: from an unused root meaning to range in a regular manner; a row; hence, a wall; row. - Strong's Number: H3958
There are 2 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: לֶשֶׁם
Transliteration: leshem
Pronunciation: leh'-shem
Description: from an unused root of uncertain meaning; a gem, perhaps the jacinth; ligure. - Strong's Number: H7618
There are 2 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: שְׁבוּ
Transliteration: shᵉbûw
Pronunciation: sheb-oo'
Description: from an unused root (probably identical with that of שָׁבָה through the idea of subdivision into flashes or streamers (compare שָׁבִיב) meaning to flame; a gem (from its sparkle), probably the agate; agate. - Strong's Number: H306
There are 6400 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: אַחְלָמָה
Transliteration: ʼachlâmâh
Pronunciation: akh-law'-maw
Description: perhaps from חָלַם (and thus dream-stone); a gem, probably the amethyst; amethyst.