Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version “Make linen undergarments as a covering for the body, reaching from the waist to the thigh. New Living Translation Also make linen undergarments for them, to be worn next to their bodies, reaching from their hips to their thighs. English Standard Version You shall make for them linen undergarments to cover their naked flesh. They shall reach from the hips to the thighs; Berean Standard Bible Make linen undergarments to cover their bare flesh, extending from waist to thigh. King James Bible And thou shalt make them linen breeches to cover their nakedness; from the loins even unto the thighs they shall reach: New King James Version And you shall make for them linen trousers to cover their nakedness; they shall reach from the waist to the thighs. New American Standard Bible You shall make for them linen undergarments to cover their bare flesh; they shall reach from the waist even to the thighs. NASB 1995 “You shall make for them linen breeches to cover their bare flesh; they shall reach from the loins even to the thighs. NASB 1977 “And you shall make for them linen breeches to cover their bare flesh; they shall reach from the loins even to the thighs. Legacy Standard Bible You shall make for them linen undergarments to cover their bare flesh; they shall reach from the loins even to the thighs. Amplified Bible You shall make for them [white] linen undergarments to cover their bare flesh, reaching from the waist to the thighs. Christian Standard Bible Make them linen undergarments to cover their naked bodies; they must extend from the waist to the thighs. Holman Christian Standard Bible Make them linen undergarments to cover their naked bodies; they must extend from the waist to the thighs. American Standard Version And thou shalt make them linen breeches to cover the flesh of their nakedness; from the loins even unto the thighs they shall reach: Contemporary English Version Make linen shorts for them that reach from the waist down to the thigh, so they won't expose themselves. English Revised Version And thou shalt make them linen breeches to cover the flesh of their nakedness; from the loins even unto the thighs they shall reach: GOD'S WORD® Translation "Make linen undergarments to cover them down to their thighs. Good News Translation Make linen shorts for them, reaching from the waist to the thighs, so that they will not expose themselves. International Standard Version "You are to make linen undergarments for them to cover their naked flesh, and they are to reach from the loins to the thighs. Majority Standard Bible Make linen undergarments to cover their bare flesh, extending from waist to thigh. NET Bible Make for them linen undergarments to cover their naked bodies; they must cover from the waist to the thighs. New Heart English Bible You shall make them linen breeches to cover the flesh of their nakedness; from the waist even to the thighs they shall reach: Webster's Bible Translation And thou shalt make them linen breeches to cover their nakedness: from the loins even to the thighs they shall reach: World English Bible You shall make them linen pants to cover their naked flesh. They shall reach from the waist even to the thighs. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd make linen trousers for them to cover the naked flesh; they are from the loins even to the thighs; Young's Literal Translation 'And make thou for them linen trousers to cover the naked flesh: they are from the loins even unto the thighs; Smith's Literal Translation And make for them drawers of linen to cover the flesh of nakedness: from the loins and even to the thighs they shall be. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleThou shalt make also linen breeches, to cover the flesh of their nakedness from the reins to the thighs: Catholic Public Domain Version You shall also make linen undergarments, in order to cover the flesh of their nakedness, from the kidneys all the way to the thighs. New American Bible You must also make linen pants for them, to cover their naked flesh from their loins to their thighs. New Revised Standard Version You shall make for them linen undergarments to cover their naked flesh; they shall reach from the hips to the thighs; Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd you shall make them breeches of fine linen to cover their nakedness; from their loins to their thighs they shall reach; Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And make aprons of fine white linen for them to cover the flesh of their nakedness; they shall be from their waist and unto their thighs: OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917And thou shalt make them linen breeches to cover the flesh of their nakedness; from the loins even unto the thighs they shall reach. Brenton Septuagint Translation And thou shalt make for them linen drawers to cover the nakedness of their flesh; they shall reach from the loins to the thighs. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Additional Priestly Garments…41After you put these garments on your brother Aaron and his sons, anoint them, ordain them, and consecrate them so that they may serve Me as priests. 42Make linen undergarments to cover their bare flesh, extending from waist to thigh. 43Aaron and his sons must wear them whenever they enter the Tent of Meeting or approach the altar to minister in the Holy Place, so that they will not incur guilt and die. This is to be a permanent statute for Aaron and his descendants.… Cross References Leviticus 6:10 And the priest shall put on his linen robe and linen undergarments, and he shall remove from the altar the ashes of the burnt offering that the fire has consumed and place them beside it. Leviticus 16:4 He is to wear the sacred linen tunic, with linen undergarments. He must tie a linen sash around him and put on the linen turban. These are holy garments, and he must bathe himself with water before he wears them. Ezekiel 44:18 They are to wear linen turbans on their heads and linen undergarments around their waists. They must not wear anything that makes them perspire. Isaiah 61:10 I will rejoice greatly in the LORD, my soul will exult in my God; for He has clothed me with garments of salvation and wrapped me in a robe of righteousness, as a bridegroom wears a priestly headdress, as a bride adorns herself with her jewels. Leviticus 8:13 Then Moses presented Aaron’s sons, put tunics on them, wrapped sashes around them, and tied headbands on them, just as the LORD had commanded him. Numbers 4:5-15 Whenever the camp sets out, Aaron and his sons are to go in, take down the veil of the curtain, and cover the ark of the Testimony with it. / They are to place over this a covering of fine leather, spread a solid blue cloth over it, and insert its poles. / Over the table of the Presence they are to spread a blue cloth and place the plates and cups on it, along with the bowls and pitchers for the drink offering. The regular bread offering is to remain on it. ... 1 Samuel 2:18 Now Samuel was ministering before the LORD—a boy wearing a linen ephod. 2 Samuel 6:14 And David, wearing a linen ephod, danced with all his might before the LORD, 2 Chronicles 5:12 all the Levitical singers—Asaph, Heman, Jeduthun, and their sons and relatives—stood on the east side of the altar, dressed in fine linen and playing cymbals, harps, and lyres, accompanied by 120 priests sounding trumpets. Revelation 19:8 She was given clothing of fine linen, bright and pure.” For the fine linen she wears is the righteous acts of the saints. Matthew 22:11-12 But when the king came in to see the guests, he spotted a man who was not dressed in wedding clothes. / ‘Friend,’ he asked, ‘how did you get in here without wedding clothes?’ But the man was speechless. Luke 15:22 But the father said to his servants, ‘Quick! Bring the best robe and put it on him. Put a ring on his finger and sandals on his feet. Romans 13:14 Instead, clothe yourselves with the Lord Jesus Christ, and make no provision for the desires of the flesh. Galatians 3:27 For all of you who were baptized into Christ have clothed yourselves with Christ. Ephesians 6:14 Stand firm then, with the belt of truth buckled around your waist, with the breastplate of righteousness arrayed, Treasury of Scripture And you shall make them linen breeches to cover their nakedness; from the loins even to the thighs they shall reach: breeches Exodus 20:26 Neither shalt thou go up by steps unto mine altar, that thy nakedness be not discovered thereon. Exodus 39:28 And a mitre of fine linen, and goodly bonnets of fine linen, and linen breeches of fine twined linen, Leviticus 6:10 And the priest shall put on his linen garment, and his linen breeches shall he put upon his flesh, and take up the ashes which the fire hath consumed with the burnt offering on the altar, and he shall put them beside the altar. their nakedness. Jump to Previous Bare Bodies Body Breeches Cover Covering Flesh Hips Knee Linen Middle Naked Nakedness Reach Reaching Thigh Thighs Trousers Undergarments WaistJump to Next Bare Bodies Body Breeches Cover Covering Flesh Hips Knee Linen Middle Naked Nakedness Reach Reaching Thigh Thighs Trousers Undergarments WaistExodus 28 1. Aaron and his sons are set apart for the priest's office2. 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 Make linen undergarments The instruction to make linen undergarments for the priests highlights the importance of purity and holiness in their service. Linen, a fabric made from flax, was chosen for its quality and symbolic purity. In the ancient Near East, linen was often associated with priestly garments, emphasizing the separation of the sacred from the profane. Linen's breathability and comfort were practical for the hot climate of the region, ensuring the priests could perform their duties without hindrance. This requirement underscores the broader biblical theme of being clothed in righteousness, as seen in Isaiah 61:10, where garments of salvation and robes of righteousness are mentioned. to cover their bare flesh extending from waist to thigh Persons / Places / Events 1. MosesThe leader of the Israelites, who received the instructions for the priestly garments from God on Mount Sinai. 2. Aaron and His Sons The first priests of Israel, for whom these garments were specifically made to serve in the tabernacle. 3. The Tabernacle The portable dwelling place for the divine presence among the Israelites, where the priests performed their duties. 4. Mount Sinai The mountain where God delivered the laws and commandments, including the instructions for the priestly garments, to Moses. 5. The Israelites The chosen people of God, who were to be a holy nation and a kingdom of priests. Teaching Points Holiness and PurityThe linen undergarments symbolize the need for purity and holiness in approaching God. As believers, we are called to live lives that reflect God's holiness. Modesty and Respect The instruction to cover the priests' nakedness underscores the importance of modesty and respect in worship and service to God. Preparation for Service Just as the priests prepared themselves with specific garments, we must prepare our hearts and minds for service to God, ensuring we are spiritually ready. Symbolism of Clothing Clothing in the Bible often symbolizes spiritual truths. As Christians, we are to "clothe" ourselves with Christ, embodying His character and virtues. God's Attention to Detail The specific instructions for the priestly garments remind us that God cares about the details of our lives and our worship, calling us to be intentional in our devotion.(42) Thou shalt make them linen breeches.--Rather, linen drawers. Drawers reaching from the waist to a little above the knee were the sole garment of many in Egypt, a necessary garment of all. Their object was as here stated.Verse 42. - Linen breeches. Rather, "linen drawers" (Kalisch), such as we see worn by the Egyptians generally, reaching from the waist to a little above the knee. (See Wilkinson in Rawlinson's Herodotus, vol. 2. p. 113, 2nd ed.) This also was of linen (Herod. 2:83). Unto the thighs - i.e., to the bottom of the thighs where they adjoin on the knee. Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew Makeוַעֲשֵׂ֤ה (wa·‘ă·śêh) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Imperative - masculine singular Strong's 6213: To do, make linen בָ֔ד (ḇāḏ) Noun - masculine singular Strong's 906: Flaxen thread, yarn, a linen garment undergarments מִכְנְסֵי־ (miḵ·nə·sê-) Noun - mdc Strong's 4370: An undergarment to cover לְכַסּ֖וֹת (lə·ḵas·sō·wṯ) Preposition-l | Verb - Piel - Infinitive construct Strong's 3680: To plump, fill up hollows, to cover their לָהֶם֙ (lā·hem) Preposition | third person masculine plural Strong's Hebrew bare עֶרְוָ֑ה (‘er·wāh) Noun - feminine singular Strong's 6172: Nakedness flesh, בְּשַׂ֣ר (bə·śar) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 1320: Flesh, body, person, the pudenda of a, man extending יִהְיֽוּ׃ (yih·yū) Verb - Qal - Imperfect - third person masculine plural Strong's 1961: To fall out, come to pass, become, be from waist מִמָּתְנַ֥יִם (mim·mā·ṯə·na·yim) Preposition-m | Noun - md Strong's 4975: The waist, small of the back, the loins to וְעַד־ (wə·‘aḏ-) Conjunctive waw | Preposition Strong's 5704: As far as, even to, up to, until, while thigh. יְרֵכַ֖יִם (yə·rê·ḵa·yim) Noun - fd Strong's 3409: Thigh,loin, flank, side Links Exodus 28:42 NIVExodus 28:42 NLT Exodus 28:42 ESV Exodus 28:42 NASB Exodus 28:42 KJV Exodus 28:42 BibleApps.com Exodus 28:42 Biblia Paralela Exodus 28:42 Chinese Bible Exodus 28:42 French Bible Exodus 28:42 Catholic Bible OT Law: Exodus 28:42 You shall make them linen breeches (Exo. 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