Exodus 28:39

You are to weave the tunic with fine linen, make the turban of fine linen, and fashion an embroidered sash.

Berean Standard Bible

Study note

Setting — God commands Moses to construct specific vestments for Aaron during the tabernacle preparation. This instruction follows the directive for Aaron’s forehead plate and precedes the command to make garments for his sons.

The words — The Hebrew שֵׁשׁ (shesh) means "fine linen," specified for both the tunic and turban. The verb שִׁבַּצְתָּ (shibbatsta) translates literally as "you will weave," defining the tunic’s manufacture.

The thread — The linen garment specifications continue in Exodus 28:40, where tunics and sashes are ordered for Aaron’s sons. The motif of sacred attire also appears in Psalms 45:14, which describes colorful garments led to the king.

Why it lands — The text establishes exact material and construction standards for priestly vestments, requiring compliance with divine specifications. Readers must distinguish between liturgical requirements and personal or cultural preferences in worship practice.

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The Hebrew words

וְשִׁבַּצְתָּ֙ve./shi.batz.Taand/ you will weave הַכְּתֹ֣נֶתha./ke.To.netthe/ tunic שֵׁ֔שׁSheshfine linen וְעָשִׂ֖יתָve./'a.Si.taand/ you will make מִצְנֶ֣פֶתmitz.Ne.feta turban of שֵׁ֑שׁSheshfine linen וְאַבְנֵ֥טve./'av.Netand/ a sash תַּעֲשֶׂ֖הta.'a.Sehyou will make מַעֲשֵׂ֥הma.'a.Seh[the] work of רֹקֵֽם׃ro.Kema worker in colors

King James Version

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.

Cross-references

Psalms 45:14 In colorful garments she is led to the king; her virgin companions are brought before you.