Exodus 39:21 web — They bound the breastplate by its rings to the rings of the ephod with a lace of blue, that it might be on the skillful…

World English Bible

"They bound the breastplate by its rings to the rings of the ephod with a lace of blue, that it might be on the skillfully woven band of the ephod, and that the breastplate might not come loose from the ephod, as Yahweh commanded Moses."

— Exodus 39:21, World English Bible

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Exodus 39 — Context

18

The other two ends of the two braided chains they put on the two settings, and put them on the shoulder straps of the ephod, in its front.

19

They made two rings of gold, and put them on the two ends of the breastplate, on its edge, which was toward the side of the ephod inward.

20

They made two rings of gold, and put them on the two shoulder straps of the ephod underneath, in its front, close by its coupling, above the skillfully woven band of the ephod.

21

They bound the breastplate by its rings to the rings of the ephod with a lace of blue, that it might be on the skillfully woven band of the ephod, and that the breastplate might not come loose from the ephod, as Yahweh commanded Moses.

22

He made the robe of the ephod of woven work, all of blue.

23

The opening of the robe in its midst was like the opening of a coat of mail, with a binding around its opening, that it should not be torn.

24

They made on the skirts of the robe pomegranates of blue, purple, scarlet, and twined linen.

Exodus 39:21 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Exodus 39:21 say?
Exodus 39:21 in the World English Bible reads: “They bound the breastplate by its rings to the rings of the ephod with a lace of blue, that it might be on the skillfully woven band of the ephod, and that the breastplate might not come loose from the ephod, as Yahweh commanded Moses.”
Where is Exodus 39:21 in the Bible?
Exodus 39:21 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Exodus, chapter 39, verse 21.
Who wrote Exodus?
Exodus is traditionally attributed to Moses (traditional). It was written c. 1446–1406 BC.
What is the book of Exodus about?
Exodus tells of Israel's deliverance from slavery in Egypt and the giving of the Law at Mount Sinai. Through the plagues, the Passover, the crossing of the Red Sea, and the covenant at Sinai, God reveals himself as Redeemer and comes to dwell among his people in the tabernacle.
What are the major themes of Exodus?
Exodus explores themes including Deliverance, Covenant, Law, God's Presence, Worship, Redemption. These themes shape the meaning and context of Exodus 39:21.
What translation should I read Exodus 39:21 in?
Exodus 39:21 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.
How can I memorize Exodus 39:21?
Exodus 39:21 reads (WEB): “They bound the breastplate by its rings to the rings of the ephod with a lace of blue, that it might be on the skillfully woven band of the ephod, and that the breastplate might not come loose from the ephod, as Yahweh commanded Moses.” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.
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