Exodus 28:19
New International Version
the third row shall be jacinth, agate and amethyst;

New Living Translation
The third row will contain an orange jacinth, an agate, and a purple amethyst.

English Standard Version
and the third row a jacinth, an agate, and an amethyst;

Berean Standard Bible
in the third row a jacinth, an agate, and an amethyst;

King James Bible
And the third row a ligure, an agate, and an amethyst.

New King James Version
the third row, a jacinth, an agate, and an amethyst;

New American Standard Bible
and the third row a jacinth, an agate, and an amethyst;

NASB 1995
and the third row a jacinth, an agate and an amethyst;

NASB 1977
and the third row a jacinth, an agate and an amethyst;

Legacy Standard Bible
and the third row a jacinth, an agate, and an amethyst;

Amplified Bible
the third row a jacinth, an agate, and an amethyst;

Christian Standard Bible
the third row, a jacinth, an agate, and an amethyst;

Holman Christian Standard Bible
the third row, a jacinth, an agate, and an amethyst;

American Standard Version
and the third row a jacinth, an agate, and an amethyst;

Contemporary English Version
in the third row a jacinth, an agate, and an amethyst;

English Revised Version
and the third row a jacinth, an agate, and an amethyst;

GOD'S WORD® Translation
In the third row put jacinth, agate, and amethyst.

Good News Translation
in the third row, a turquoise, an agate, and an amethyst;

International Standard Version
the third row jacinth, agate, and amethyst;

Majority Standard Bible
in the third row a jacinth, an agate, and an amethyst;

NET Bible
and the third row, a jacinth, an agate, and an amethyst;

New Heart English Bible
and the third row a jacinth, an agate, and an amethyst;

Webster's Bible Translation
And the third row a ligure, an agate, and an amethyst.

World English Bible
and the third row a jacinth, an agate, and an amethyst;
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
and the third row [is] opal, agate, and amethyst;

Young's Literal Translation
and the third row is opal, agate, and amethyst;

Smith's Literal Translation
And the third row, amber, agate, and amethyst.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
In the third a ligurius, an agate, and an amethyst:

Catholic Public Domain Version
In the third, there shall be a zircon, an agate, and an amethyst.

New American Bible
in the third row, a jacinth, an agate, and an amethyst;

New Revised Standard Version
and the third row a jacinth, an agate, and an amethyst;
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
And the third row a jacinth (zircon), carnelian, and an amethyst.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And the third row, a jacinth and a chalcedony and a calf’s eye.
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
and the third row a jacinth, an agate, and an amethyst;

Brenton Septuagint Translation
And the third row, a ligure, an agate, an amethyst:

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
The Breastpiece
18in the second row a turquoise, a sapphire, and a diamond; 19in the third row a jacinth, an agate, and an amethyst; 20and in the fourth row a beryl, an onyx, and a jasper. Mount these stones in gold filigree settings.…

Cross References
Revelation 21:19-20
The foundations of the city walls were adorned with every kind of precious stone: The first foundation was jasper, the second sapphire, the third chalcedony, the fourth emerald, / the fifth sardonyx, the sixth carnelian, the seventh chrysolite, the eighth beryl, the ninth topaz, the tenth chrysoprase, the eleventh jacinth, and the twelfth amethyst.

Ezekiel 28:13
You were in Eden, the garden of God. Every kind of precious stone adorned you: ruby, topaz, and diamond, beryl, onyx, and jasper, sapphire, turquoise, and emerald. Your mountings and settings were crafted in gold, prepared on the day of your creation.

Isaiah 54:11-12
“O afflicted city, lashed by storms, without solace, surely I will set your stones in antimony and lay your foundations with sapphires. / I will make your pinnacles of rubies, your gates of sparkling jewels, and all your walls of precious stones.

1 Kings 10:2
She arrived in Jerusalem with a very large caravan—with camels bearing spices, gold in great abundance, and precious stones. And she came to Solomon and spoke to him all that was on her mind.

2 Chronicles 9:10-11
(The servants of Hiram and of Solomon who brought gold from Ophir also brought algum wood and precious stones. / The king made the algum wood into steps for the house of the LORD and for the king’s palace, and into lyres and harps for the singers. Never before had anything like them been seen in the land of Judah.)

Song of Solomon 5:14
His arms are rods of gold set with beryl. His body is polished ivory bedecked with sapphires.

Job 28:16-19
It cannot be valued in the gold of Ophir, in precious onyx or sapphire. / Neither gold nor crystal can compare to it, nor jewels of fine gold be exchanged for it. / Coral and quartz are unworthy of mention; the price of wisdom is beyond rubies. ...

Genesis 2:12
And the gold of that land is pure, and bdellium and onyx are found there.

1 Chronicles 29:2
Now with all my ability I have made provision for the house of my God—gold for the gold articles, silver for the silver, bronze for the bronze, iron for the iron, and wood for the wood, as well as onyx for the settings, turquoise, stones of various colors, all kinds of precious stones, and slabs of marble—all in abundance.

2 Chronicles 3:6
He adorned the temple with precious stones for beauty, and its gold was from Parvaim.

Revelation 4:3
The One seated there looked like jasper and carnelian, and a rainbow that gleamed like an emerald encircled the throne.

Revelation 21:11
shining with the glory of God. Its radiance was like a most precious jewel, like a jasper, as clear as crystal.

Isaiah 60:17
Instead of bronze I will bring you gold; I will bring silver in place of iron, bronze instead of wood, and iron instead of stones. I will appoint peace as your governor and righteousness as your ruler.

1 Peter 2:5
you also, like living stones, are being built into a spiritual house to be a holy priesthood, offering spiritual sacrifices acceptable to God through Jesus Christ.

Matthew 13:45-46
Again, the kingdom of heaven is like a merchant in search of fine pearls. / When he found one very precious pearl, he went away and sold all he had and bought it.


Treasury of Scripture

And the third row a ligure, an agate, and an amethyst.

a ligure

Exodus 29:12
And thou shalt take of the blood of the bullock, and put it upon the horns of the altar with thy finger, and pour all the blood beside the bottom of the altar.

an agate

Isaiah 54:12
And I will make thy windows of agates, and thy gates of carbuncles, and all thy borders of pleasant stones.

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Exodus 28
1. Aaron and his sons are set apart for the priest's office
2. Holy garments are appointed
6. The ephod and girdle
15. The breast-plate with twelve precious stones
30. The Urim and Thummim
31. The robe of the ephod, with pomegranates and bells
36. The plate of the mitre
39. The embroidered coat
40. The garments for Aaron's sons














in the third row
The breastpiece of judgment, worn by the High Priest, contained twelve stones set in four rows. Each row had three stones, representing the twelve tribes of Israel. The third row signifies the order in which the stones were placed, highlighting the meticulous design and divine instruction given to Moses on Mount Sinai. This order reflects the organized and purposeful nature of God's covenant with Israel.

a jacinth
Jacinth, often associated with a reddish-blue or deep blue color, is linked to the tribe of Gad. The stone's color may symbolize the heavens or divine authority. In Revelation 21:20, jacinth is mentioned as one of the foundation stones of the New Jerusalem, indicating its enduring significance in God's eternal plan.

an agate
Agate, a stone with varied colors and patterns, is traditionally associated with the tribe of Asher. Its diverse appearance can symbolize the multifaceted nature of God's people and His provision. Agate's presence in the High Priest's breastpiece underscores the beauty and diversity within the unity of the twelve tribes.

and an amethyst
Amethyst, known for its purple hue, is linked to the tribe of Issachar. Purple is often associated with royalty and priesthood, reflecting the tribe's role in understanding the times and seasons (1 Chronicles 12:32). Amethyst is also mentioned in Revelation 21:20 as a foundation stone of the New Jerusalem, symbolizing the eternal priesthood and kingship of Christ.

Persons / Places / Events
1. High Priest
The instructions in Exodus 28 are given for the garments of the High Priest, who served as the mediator between God and the Israelites. The breastplate, which includes the stones mentioned, is part of his sacred attire.

2. Tabernacle
The setting for these instructions is the Tabernacle, the portable dwelling place for the divine presence among the Israelites during their journey through the wilderness.

3. Moses
The leader of the Israelites who received these instructions from God on Mount Sinai. He was responsible for ensuring the construction of the Tabernacle and the making of the priestly garments according to God's specifications.

4. Israelites
The chosen people of God, for whom the Tabernacle was constructed and the priestly system was established to facilitate their worship and relationship with God.

5. Breastplate of Judgment
A sacred garment worn by the High Priest, containing twelve stones representing the twelve tribes of Israel. The stones served as a reminder of the High Priest's role in representing the people before God.
Teaching Points
Symbolism of Stones
Each stone on the breastplate represents a tribe of Israel, signifying that God values each individual and their unique contribution to His people. Reflect on how God values you and your role in His kingdom.

Role of the High Priest
The High Priest's garments, including the breastplate, highlight the importance of holiness and representation before God. Consider how you can live a life that reflects God's holiness and represents Him to others.

God's Detailed Instructions
The specific instructions for the priestly garments show God's attention to detail and His desire for order in worship. Apply this by seeking to honor God in the details of your daily life and worship.

Connection to Christ
The High Priest's role foreshadows Christ's ultimate priesthood. Embrace the access you have to God through Jesus, our High Priest, and live confidently in that relationship.Verse 19. - The third row a ligure, an agate, and an amethyst. The term "ligure" is unknown in modern mineralogy; and it is to the last degree uncertain what stone the ancients intended by their lingurium or lapis ligurius Some think that "jacinth," others that "tourmaline," is the stone here meant. A few suggest amber, but amber cannot receive an engraving. "Agate" and "amethyst" are generally allowed to be right translations.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
in the third
הַשְּׁלִישִׁ֑י (haš·šə·lî·šî)
Article | Number - ordinal masculine singular
Strong's 7992: Third, feminine a, third, a third, a third-story cell)

row
וְהַטּ֖וּר (wə·haṭ·ṭūr)
Conjunctive waw, Article | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 2905: A row, a wall

a jacinth,
לֶ֥שֶׁם (le·šem)
Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 3958: (a precious stone) perhaps amber or jacinth

an agate,
שְׁב֖וֹ (šə·ḇōw)
Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 7618: (a precious stone) perhaps agate

and an amethyst;
וְאַחְלָֽמָה׃ (wə·’aḥ·lā·māh)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 306: A gem, the amethyst


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