King James Version:
(The Lord speaking is red text)
And they made coats [of] fine linen [of] woven work for Aaron, and for his sons,
Complete Jewish Bible:
They made the tunics of finely woven linen for Aharon and his sons,
Berean Standard Bible:
For Aaron and his sons they made tunics of fine linen, the work of a weaver,
American Standard Version:
And they made the coats of fine linen of woven work for Aaron, and for his sons,
KJV with Strong’s Numbers:
And they made{H6213} coats{H3801} of fine linen{H8336} of woven{H707} work{H4639} for Aaron{H175}, and for his sons{H1121},
Cross-References (KJV):
Ezekiel 44:18
- They shall have linen bonnets upon their heads, and shall have linen breeches upon their loins; they shall not gird [themselves] with any thing that causeth sweat.
Galatians 3:27
- For as many of you as have been baptized into Christ have put on Christ.
Romans 13:14
- But put ye on the Lord Jesus Christ, and make not provision for the flesh, to [fulfil] the lusts [thereof].
Philippians 2:6
- Who, being in the form of God, thought it not robbery to be equal with God:
Philippians 2:8
- And being found in fashion as a man, he humbled himself, and became obedient unto death, even the death of the cross.
Exodus 28:39
- And thou shalt embroider the coat of fine linen, and thou shalt make the mitre [of] fine linen, and thou shalt make the girdle [of] needlework.
Exodus 28:42
- And thou shalt make them linen breeches to cover their nakedness; from the loins even unto the thighs they shall reach:
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Commentary for Exodus 39:27
Exodus 39:27 is part of the detailed description of the construction of the Tabernacle and its furnishings, as well as the garments for the priests who would serve there. This verse specifically refers to the creation of fine linen coats for Aaron and his sons, who were the first high priest of Israel and his successors. These garments were not ordinary; they were crafted with meticulous woven work, signifying the holiness and dignity of their office. The fine linen, a luxurious material, was likely obtained from Egypt, where the Israelites had been enslaved before their Exodus.
The historical context of this verse is rooted in the Israelites' journey from slavery to nationhood under God's guidance. After their deliverance from Egypt, God instructed Moses to build a sanctuary where He would dwell among His people. The Tabernacle was to be a sacred space, and every detail of its construction was commanded by God and carried out by skilled craftsmen. The priestly garments, including the coats mentioned in Exodus 39:27, were part of the elaborate rituals and laws that would govern Israel's religious life, setting them apart as a holy nation.
The themes present in this verse include holiness, obedience, and divine instruction. The careful attention to the quality and craftsmanship of the priests' garments underscores the importance of approaching God with reverence and the understanding that those who serve in His presence must be set apart and prepared according to His specifications. The verse also reflects the broader theme of transition for the Israelites, as they moved from a life of bondage to one of worship and service to the God who had redeemed them.
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Strong's Numbers and Definitions:
Note: H = Hebrew (OT), G = Greek (NT)
- Strong's Number: H6213
There are 2286 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: עָשָׂה
Transliteration: ʻâsâh
Pronunciation: aw-saw'
Description: a primitive root; to do or make, in the broadest sense and widest application; accomplish, advance, appoint, apt, be at, become, bear, bestow, bring forth, bruise, be busy, [idiom] certainly, have the charge of, commit, deal (with), deck, [phrase] displease, do, (ready) dress(-ed), (put in) execute(-ion), exercise, fashion, [phrase] feast, (fight-) ing man, [phrase] finish, fit, fly, follow, fulfill, furnish, gather, get, go about, govern, grant, great, [phrase] hinder, hold (a feast), [idiom] indeed, [phrase] be industrious, [phrase] journey, keep, labour, maintain, make, be meet, observe, be occupied, offer, [phrase] officer, pare, bring (come) to pass, perform, pracise, prepare, procure, provide, put, requite, [idiom] sacrifice, serve, set, shew, [idiom] sin, spend, [idiom] surely, take, [idiom] thoroughly, trim, [idiom] very, [phrase] vex, be (warr-) ior, work(-man), yield, use. - Strong's Number: H3801
There are 26 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: כְּתֹנֶת
Transliteration: kᵉthôneth
Pronunciation: keth-o'-neth
Description: or כֻּתֹּנֶת; from an unused root meaning to cover (compare כָּתֵף); a shirt; coat, garment, robe. - Strong's Number: H8336
There are 37 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: שֵׁשׁ
Transliteration: shêsh
Pronunciation: shaysh
Description: or (for alliteration with מֶשִׁי) שְׁשִׁי; for שַׁיִשׁ; bleached stuff, i.e. white linen or (by analogy) marble; [idiom] blue, fine (twined) linen, marble, silk. - Strong's Number: H707
There are 90 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: אָרַג
Transliteration: ʼârag
Pronunciation: aw-rag'
Description: a primitive root; to plait or weave; weaver(-r). - Strong's Number: H4639
There are 221 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: מַעֲשֶׂה
Transliteration: maʻăseh
Pronunciation: mah-as-eh'
Description: from עָשָׂה; an action (good or bad); generally, a transaction; abstractly, activity; by implication, a product (specifically, a poem) or (generally) property; act, art, [phrase] bakemeat, business, deed, do(-ing), labor, thing made, ware of making, occupation, thing offered, operation, possession, [idiom] well, (handy-, needle-, net-) work(ing, -manship), wrought. - Strong's Number: H175
There are 480 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: אַהֲרוֹן
Transliteration: ʼAhărôwn
Pronunciation: a-har-one'
Description: of uncertain derivation; Aharon, the brother of Moses; Aaron. - Strong's Number: H1121
There are 3654 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: בֵּן
Transliteration: bên
Pronunciation: bane
Description: from בָּנָה; a son (as a builder of the family name), in the widest sense (of literal and figurative relationship, including grandson, subject, nation, quality or condition, etc., (like father or brother), etc.); [phrase] afflicted, age, (Ahoh-) (Ammon-) (Hachmon-) (Lev-) ite, (anoint-) ed one, appointed to, ([phrase]) arrow, (Assyr-) (Babylon-) (Egypt-) (Grec-) ian, one born, bough, branch, breed, [phrase] (young) bullock, [phrase] (young) calf, [idiom] came up in, child, colt, [idiom] common, [idiom] corn, daughter, [idiom] of first, [phrase] firstborn, foal, [phrase] very fruitful, [phrase] postage, [idiom] in, [phrase] kid, [phrase] lamb, ([phrase]) man, meet, [phrase] mighty, [phrase] nephew, old, ([phrase]) people, [phrase] rebel, [phrase] robber, [idiom] servant born, [idiom] soldier, son, [phrase] spark, [phrase] steward, [phrase] stranger, [idiom] surely, them of, [phrase] tumultuous one, [phrase] valiant(-est), whelp, worthy, young (one), youth.