Exodus 39:19

Authorized King James Version

And they made two rings of gold, and put them on the two ends of the breastplate, upon the border of it, which was on the side of the ephod inward.

Word-by-Word Analysis

וַֽיַּעֲשׂ֗וּ

H6213

And they made

to do or make, in the broadest sense and widest application

שְׁנֵ֖י

H8147

them on the two

two; also (as ordinal) twofold

טַבְּעֹ֣ת

H2885

rings

properly, a seal (as sunk into the wax), i.e., signet (for sealing); hence (generally) a ring of any kind

זָהָ֔ב

H2091

of gold

gold, figuratively, something gold-colored (i.e., yellow), as oil, a clear sky

וַיָּשִׂ֕ימוּ

H7760

and put

to put (used in a great variety of applications, literal, figurative, inferentially, and elliptically)

עַל

H5921

above, over, upon, or against (yet always in this last relation with a downward aspect) in a great variety of applications

שְׁנֵ֖י

H8147

them on the two

two; also (as ordinal) twofold

קְצ֣וֹת

H7098

ends

a termination

הַחֹ֑שֶׁן

H2833

of the breastplate

perhaps a pocket (as holding the urim and thummim), or rich (as containing gems), used only of the gorget of the highpriest

#10

עַל

H5921

above, over, upon, or against (yet always in this last relation with a downward aspect) in a great variety of applications

#11

שְׂפָת֕וֹ

H8193

upon the border

the lip (as a natural boundary); by implication, language; by analogy, a margin (of a vessel, water, cloth, etc.)

#12

אֲשֶׁ֛ר

H834

who, which, what, that; also (as an adverb and a conjunction) when, where, how, because, in order that, etc

#13

אֶל

H413

near, with or among; often in general, to

#14

עֵ֥בֶר

H5676

of it which was on the side

properly, a region across; but used only adverbially (with or without a preposition) on the opposite side (especially of the jordan; ususally meaning

#15

הָֽאֵפֹ֖ד

H646

of the ephod

a girdle; specifically the ephod or highpriest's shoulder-piece; also generally, an image

#16

בָּֽיְתָה׃

H1004

inward

a house (in the greatest variation of applications, especially family, etc.)

Analysis

Within the broader context of Exodus, this passage highlights salvation through simile or metaphorical language. The theological weight of divine revelation connects to fundamental Christian doctrine about divine revelation, contributing to our understanding of God's nature and relationship with humanity. This verse contributes to the book's overall argument by building upon previous themes while advancing the overall message of Exodus.

Historical Context

The literary and historical milieu of the literary conventions and historical circumstances of biblical literature shapes this text's meaning. The historical development of salvation within the theological tradition of Exodus Understanding the ancient worldview that shaped the author's theological expression helps modern readers appreciate why the author emphasizes divine revelation in this particular way.

Questions for Reflection

How does this passage contribute to our understanding of from physical deliverance in the Old Testament to spiritual redemption in the New, and what implications does this have for Christian discipleship?
What practical applications emerge from understanding salvation as presented in this verse, particularly in light of addressing questions of religious pluralism and the exclusivity of Christ?
How does the salvation theme in this verse connect to the overarching narrative of Scripture, and what does this reveal about God's character and purposes?

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