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Gold-embroidered garments and items hold significant symbolic and practical importance in the biblical narrative, often representing wealth, royalty, and divine splendor. The use of gold in embroidery is mentioned in various contexts throughout the Scriptures, highlighting its association with beauty, opulence, and sacredness.

Biblical References:

1. Psalm 45:13-14 : "All glorious is the princess in her chamber; her gown is embroidered with gold. In colorful garments she is led to the king; her virgin companions follow her—those brought to be with her." This passage describes the attire of a royal bride, emphasizing her beauty and the splendor of her gold-embroidered gown. The imagery of gold embroidery here underscores the majesty and honor bestowed upon her as she is presented to the king.

2. Exodus 28:5-6 : "They are to use gold, along with blue, purple, and scarlet yarn, and fine linen. They are to make the ephod of finely spun linen, embroidered with gold, with blue, purple, and scarlet yarn." The instructions for the priestly garments, particularly the ephod, include gold embroidery, signifying the sacredness and divine appointment of the priestly office. The use of gold in the ephod's design reflects the glory and holiness associated with serving in the presence of God.

3. Ezekiel 16:10-13 : "I clothed you with embroidered cloth and put sandals of fine leather on your feet. I wrapped you in fine linen and covered you with silk. I adorned you with jewelry, and I put bracelets on your wrists and a chain around your neck. I put a ring in your nose, earrings on your ears, and a beautiful crown on your head. So you were adorned with gold and silver, and your clothing was of fine linen, silk, and embroidered cloth." In this allegory, God describes His lavish care and adornment of Jerusalem, using gold-embroidered clothing as a metaphor for the city's beauty and the divine favor bestowed upon it.

Symbolism and Significance:

Gold-embroidered items in the Bible often symbolize divine favor, purity, and the heavenly realm. The intricate craftsmanship required for gold embroidery reflects the care and precision associated with divine creation and order. In the context of worship and the priesthood, gold embroidery signifies the sanctity and set-apart nature of those who serve God.

In royal contexts, gold embroidery denotes authority, dignity, and the high status of individuals such as kings, queens, and brides. The luxurious nature of gold-embroidered garments serves as a visual representation of the wealth and power associated with royalty.

Cultural and Historical Context:

In ancient Near Eastern cultures, gold was a highly valued commodity, often used in trade and as a symbol of wealth and power. The use of gold in textiles and garments was a mark of distinction and was typically reserved for the elite and for religious purposes. The biblical references to gold-embroidered items reflect these cultural values and underscore the importance of gold as a symbol of divine and royal splendor.

The craftsmanship involved in creating gold-embroidered garments required skilled artisans, highlighting the value placed on such items. The combination of gold with other rich materials like fine linen, blue, purple, and scarlet yarn further emphasizes the opulence and significance of these garments in biblical times.
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First Impressions
... What were these crimson and gold-embroidered tapestries to the shadows
of the blossoming trees on the banks of his loved Orontes? ...
/.../chapter xx first impressions.htm

Against Embellishing the Body.
... gleam with gold, and silver, and amber, and glitter with parti-coloured gems from
India and Ethiopia; and the shrines are veiled with gold-embroidered hangings ...
/.../clement/the instructor paedagogus/chapter ii against embellishing the body.htm

Another Archbishop
... It's not for nothing that he gave her that pair of gold-embroidered shoes which
he got all the way from Damascus.'. Nonsense!' said another. ...
/.../chapter xiv another archbishop.htm

On Sleep.
... Magnificence of bed-clothes, gold-embroidered carpets, and smooth carpets worked
with gold, and long fine robes of purple, and costly fleecy cloaks, and ...
//christianbookshelf.org/clement/the instructor paedagogus/chap ix on sleep.htm

Of the Things Pertaining to Christ and the Church, Said Either ...
... spiritual marriage and divine love, of which it is said in these words which follow,
"The queen stood upon Thy right hand in gold-embroidered vestments, girded ...
/.../augustine/city of god/chapter 16 of the things pertaining.htm

The Golden Eagle is Cut to Pieces. Herod's Barbarity when He was ...
... There was a bier all of gold, embroidered with precious stones, and a purple bed
of various contexture, with the dead body upon it, covered with purple; and a ...
/.../chapter 33 the golden eagle.htm

Cardinal Felix Bonpre Sat Alone in the Largest and Loneliest Room ...
... The faded splendour of certain gold embroidered hangings on the walls added to the
solemn and melancholy aspect of the apartment, and the figure of the ...
/.../corelli/the master-christian/xxii cardinal felix bonpre sat.htm

The Swiss Reformer.
... our prayers? What efficacy has a glossy cowl, a smooth-shorn head, a long
and flowing robe, or gold-embroidered slippers?... God ...
/.../white/the great controversy between christ and satan /9 the swiss reformer.htm

The Swiss Reformer
... prayers? What efficacy has a glossy cowl, a smooth-shorn head, a long
and flowing robe, or gold-embroidered slippers? . . . God ...
/.../white/the great controversy/chapter 9 the swiss reformer.htm

Homilies on the Epistle to the Hebrews.
... Gold-embroidered linen, [2995]480; ornaments, [2996]496, [2997]497; we must part
with for others' need that we may enjoy His Beauty, [2998]498. ...
/.../homilies on the gospel of st john and hebrews/homilies on the epistle to.htm

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Gold-embroidered (1 Occurrence)
Gold-embroidered. Gold-covered, Gold-embroidered. Golden .
Multi-Version Concordance Gold-embroidered (1 Occurrence). ...
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Gold-covered (1 Occurrence)
Gold-covered. Gold, Gold-covered. Gold-embroidered . Multi-Version Concordance ...
Gold, Gold-covered. Gold-embroidered . Reference Bible.
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Golden (86 Occurrences)

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Gold-embroidered (1 Occurrence)

Psalms 45:13
All glory 'is' the daughter of the king within, Of gold-embroidered work 'is' her clothing.
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