You shall weave the coat in checker work of fine linen, and you shall make a turban of fine linen, and you shall make a sash, the work of the embroiderer.
Parallel translations
- KJV And thou shalt embroider the coat of fine linen, and thou shalt make the mitre of fine linen, and thou shalt make the girdle of needlework.
- BSB You are to weave the tunic with fine linen, make the turban of fine linen, and fashion an embroidered sash.
- NKJV “You shall skillfully weave the tunic of fine linen thread, you shall make the turban of fine linen, and you shall make the sash of woven work.
- NASB “And you shall weave the tunic of checkered work of fine linen, and shall make a turban of fine linen, and you shall make a sash, the work of a weaver.
- NLT “Weave Aaron’s patterned tunic from fine linen cloth. Fashion the turban from this linen as well. Also make a sash, and decorate it with colorful embroidery.
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Quick answer
Aaron's inner tunic, turban, and sash were woven of fine linen, with the sash embroidered. These completed the high priest's holy attire.
Overview
The fine linen garments clothed the priest in purity and beauty fitting for God's service. Each piece was made with skilled craftsmanship at God's command. The white linen anticipates the righteousness in which God's people are clothed, supremely fulfilled in Christ (Rev. 19:8).
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- Ps 45:14She shall be led to the king in embroidered work. The virgins, her companions who follow her, shall be brought to you.
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