Exodus 39:22
New International Version
They made the robe of the ephod entirely of blue cloth—the work of a weaver—

New Living Translation
Bezalel made the robe that is worn with the ephod from a single piece of blue woven cloth,

English Standard Version
He also made the robe of the ephod woven all of blue,

Berean Standard Bible
They made the robe of the ephod entirely of blue cloth, the work of a weaver,

King James Bible
And he made the robe of the ephod of woven work, all of blue.

New King James Version
He made the robe of the ephod of woven work, all of blue.

New American Standard Bible
Then he made the robe of the ephod of woven work, all of violet;

NASB 1995
Then he made the robe of the ephod of woven work, all of blue;

NASB 1977
Then he made the robe of the ephod of woven work, all of blue;

Legacy Standard Bible
Then he made the robe of the ephod of woven work entirely of blue;

Amplified Bible
Then Bezalel made the robe of the ephod of woven work, all of blue;

Christian Standard Bible
They made the woven robe of the ephod entirely of blue yarn.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
They made the woven robe of the ephod entirely of blue yarn.

American Standard Version
And he made the robe of the ephod of woven work, all of blue;

Contemporary English Version
The priestly robe was made of blue wool

English Revised Version
And he made the robe of the ephod of woven work, all of blue;

GOD'S WORD® Translation
They made the robe that is worn with the ephod, woven entirely of violet yarn.

Good News Translation
The robe that goes under the ephod was made entirely of blue wool.

International Standard Version
He made the robe of the ephod of woven work, entirely of blue.

Majority Standard Bible
They made the robe of the ephod entirely of blue cloth, the work of a weaver,

NET Bible
He made the robe of the ephod completely blue, the work of a weaver.

New Heart English Bible
He made the robe of the ephod of woven work, all of blue.

Webster's Bible Translation
And he made the robe of the ephod of woven work, all of blue.

World English Bible
He made the robe of the ephod of woven work, all of blue.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
And he makes the upper robe of the ephod, the work of a weaver, completely of blue;

Young's Literal Translation
And he maketh the upper robe of the ephod, work of a weaver, completely of blue;

Smith's Literal Translation
And he will make the robe of the ephod a woven work, all cerulean purple.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
And beneath at the feet pomegranates of violet, purple, scarlet, and fine twisted linen:

Catholic Public Domain Version
Then, at the feet below, they also made pomegranates from hyacinth, purple, vermillion, and fine twisted linen,

New American Bible
The robe of the ephod was woven entirely of violet yarn,

New Revised Standard Version
He also made the robe of the ephod woven all of blue yarn;
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
And they made the robe of the ephod of fine woven work, all of blue.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And they made an apron of the ephod, perfect woven work of blue.
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
And he made the robe of the ephod of woven work, all of blue;

Brenton Septuagint Translation
And they made the tunic under the ephod, woven work, all of blue.

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Context
Additional Priestly Garments
22They made the robe of the ephod entirely of blue cloth, the work of a weaver, 23with an opening in the center of the robe like that of a garment, with a collar around the opening so that it would not tear.…

Cross References
Exodus 28:31-35
You are to make the robe of the ephod entirely of blue cloth, / with an opening at its top in the center. Around the opening shall be a woven collar with an opening like that of a garment, so that it will not tear. / Make pomegranates of blue, purple, and scarlet yarn all the way around the lower hem, with gold bells between them, ...

Leviticus 8:7-9
He put the tunic on Aaron, tied the sash around him, clothed him with the robe, and put the ephod on him. He tied the woven band of the ephod around him and fastened it to him. / Then he put the breastpiece on him and placed the Urim and Thummim in the breastpiece. / Moses also put the turban on Aaron’s head and set the gold plate, the holy diadem, on the front of the turban, as the LORD had commanded him.

Hebrews 9:4
containing the golden altar of incense and the gold-covered ark of the covenant. Inside the ark were the gold jar of manna, Aaron’s staff that had budded, and the stone tablets of the covenant.

Revelation 1:13
and among the lampstands was One like the Son of Man, dressed in a long robe, with a golden sash around His chest.

Numbers 4:5-6
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.

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,

1 Chronicles 15:27
Now David was dressed in a robe of fine linen, as were all the Levites who were carrying the ark, as well as the singers and Chenaniah, the director of music for the singers. David also wore a linen ephod.

Matthew 27:51
At that moment the veil of the temple was torn in two from top to bottom. The earth quaked, and the rocks were split.

Mark 15:38
And the veil of the temple was torn in two from top to bottom.

Luke 23:45
The sun was darkened, and the veil of the temple was torn down the middle.

John 19:23-24
When the soldiers had crucified Jesus, they divided His garments into four parts, one for each soldier, with the tunic remaining. It was seamless, woven in one piece from top to bottom. / So they said to one another, “Let us not tear it. Instead, let us cast lots to see who will get it.” This was to fulfill the Scripture: “They divided My garments among them, and cast lots for My clothing.” So that is what the soldiers did.

Acts 7:44
Our fathers had the tabernacle of the Testimony with them in the wilderness. It was constructed exactly as God had directed Moses, according to the pattern he had seen.

Hebrews 8:5
The place where they serve is a copy and shadow of what is in heaven. This is why Moses was warned when he was about to build the tabernacle: “See to it that you make everything according to the pattern shown you on the mountain.”

Hebrews 9:23-24
So it was necessary for the copies of the heavenly things to be purified with these sacrifices, but the heavenly things themselves with better sacrifices than these. / For Christ did not enter a man-made copy of the true sanctuary, but He entered heaven itself, now to appear on our behalf in the presence of God.


Treasury of Scripture

And he made the robe of the ephod of woven work, all of blue.

Exodus 28:31-35
And thou shalt make the robe of the ephod all of blue…

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Exodus 39
1. The cloths of service and holy garments.
2. The ephod
8. The breast-plate
22. The robe of the ephod
27. The coats, mitre, and girdle of fine linen
30. The plate of the holy crown
32. All is finished, reviewed, and approved by Moses














They made the robe of the ephod
The robe of the ephod was a significant garment worn by the high priest, part of the sacred vestments described in the instructions given to Moses on Mount Sinai. The ephod itself was a sleeveless garment, and the robe was worn underneath it. This robe was integral to the priestly attire, symbolizing the high priest's role as a mediator between God and the people of Israel. The making of the robe signifies obedience to God's detailed instructions, reflecting the importance of following divine commands precisely.

entirely of blue cloth
The use of blue cloth is significant in biblical symbolism. Blue often represents the heavens, divinity, and the Holy Spirit. In the context of the tabernacle and priestly garments, blue signifies the heavenly origin and nature of the priesthood. The color blue was also a reminder of the commandments, as seen in Numbers 15:38-39, where the Israelites were instructed to wear tassels with a blue cord to remember God's laws. The robe being entirely blue emphasizes the purity and heavenly calling of the high priest.

the work of a weaver
The phrase "the work of a weaver" indicates the skill and craftsmanship involved in creating the robe. Weaving was a respected and essential craft in ancient times, requiring precision and expertise. This detail highlights the care and dedication required in preparing items for worship and service to God. The craftsmanship reflects the beauty and order of God's creation, as well as the importance of offering one's best to the Lord. The robe's intricate design and construction underscore the sacredness of the high priest's role and the reverence due to God.

Persons / Places / Events
1. Moses
The leader of the Israelites who received the instructions for the construction of the Tabernacle and its furnishings, including the priestly garments.

2. Bezalel and Oholiab
Skilled craftsmen appointed by God to oversee the construction of the Tabernacle and the making of the priestly garments.

3. The Tabernacle
The portable dwelling place for the presence of God among the Israelites during their journey through the wilderness.

4. The Ephod
A sacred garment worn by the high priest, part of the priestly attire, symbolizing service and holiness.

5. The Robe of the Ephod
A specific garment made entirely of blue cloth, signifying heavenly authority and service.
Teaching Points
Symbolism of Blue
The color blue in the robe signifies heavenly authority and divine service. As believers, we are called to reflect heavenly values in our daily lives.

Craftsmanship and Obedience
The robe was made by skilled craftsmen following God's specific instructions. This teaches us the importance of using our God-given talents in obedience to His will.

Priestly Service
The robe was part of the high priest's attire, symbolizing service and intercession. We are called to be a "royal priesthood," serving others and interceding in prayer.

Holiness and Dedication
The making of the robe underscores the holiness required in approaching God. We are reminded to live lives dedicated to holiness and purity.

Christ as Our High Priest
The robe points forward to Christ, our ultimate High Priest, who intercedes for us. We can approach God with confidence through Him.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
They made
וַיַּ֛עַשׂ (way·ya·‘aś)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 6213: To do, make

the robe
מְעִ֥יל (mə·‘îl)
Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 4598: A robe

of the ephod
הָאֵפֹ֖ד (hā·’ê·p̄ōḏ)
Article | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 646: A girdle, the ephod, highpriest's shoulder-piece, an image

entirely
כְּלִ֖יל (kə·lîl)
Adjective - masculine singular construct
Strong's 3632: Complete, the whole, as, fully

of blue cloth,
תְּכֵֽלֶת׃ (tə·ḵê·leṯ)
Noun - feminine singular
Strong's 8504: The cerulean mussel, the color, obtained therefrom, stuff dyed therewith

the work
מַעֲשֵׂ֣ה (ma·‘ă·śêh)
Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 4639: An action, a transaction, activity, a product, property

of a weaver,
אֹרֵ֑ג (’ō·rêḡ)
Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine singular
Strong's 707: To plait, weave


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