Exodus 39:6 net — They set the onyx stones in gold filigree settings, engraved as with the engravings of a seal with the names of the son…

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"They set the onyx stones in gold filigree settings, engraved as with the engravings of a seal with the names of the sons of Israel."

— Exodus 39:6, NET Bible

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Exodus 39 — Context

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They hammered the gold into thin sheets and cut it into narrow strips to weave them into the blue, purple, and scarlet yarn, and into the fine linen, the work of an artistic designer.

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They made shoulder pieces for it, attached to two of its corners, so it could be joined together.

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The artistically woven waistband of the ephod that was on it was like it, of one piece with it, of gold, blue, purple, and scarlet yarn and fine twisted linen, just as the LORD had commanded Moses.

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They set the onyx stones in gold filigree settings, engraved as with the engravings of a seal with the names of the sons of Israel.

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He put them on the shoulder pieces of the ephod as stones of memorial for the Israelites, just as the LORD had commanded Moses.

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The Breastpiece of Decision He made the breastpiece, the work of an artistic designer, in the same fashion as the ephod, of gold, blue, purple, and scarlet, and fine twisted linen.

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It was square– they made the breastpiece doubled, nine inches long and nine inches wide when doubled.

Exodus 39:6 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Exodus 39:6 say?
Exodus 39:6 in the NET Bible reads: “They set the onyx stones in gold filigree settings, engraved as with the engravings of a seal with the names of the sons of Israel.”
Where is Exodus 39:6 in the Bible?
Exodus 39:6 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Exodus, chapter 39, verse 6.
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 39:6.
What translation should I read Exodus 39:6 in?
Exodus 39:6 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 39:6?
Exodus 39:6 reads (NET): “They set the onyx stones in gold filigree settings, engraved as with the engravings of a seal with the names of the sons of Israel.” 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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