Exodus 28:9
“And thou shalt take two onyx stones, and grave on them the names of the children of Israel:”
What does Exodus 28:9 mean?
Exodus 28:9 (KJV) states, "And thou shalt take two onyx stones, and grave on them the names of the children of Israel." This verse is a part of God's instructions to Moses for creating the garments for the high priest. These garments were to be worn during the high priest's…
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The book of Exodus stands as a pivotal testament to God’s deep longing for relationship with His people. One particular verse, Exodus 28:9, reads: "And thou shalt take two onyx stones, and grave on them the names of the children of Israel." This instruction was not merely about…
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Heavenly Father, As I come before You in prayer, I am reminded of the sacred words found in Exodus 28:9, where it states, "And thou shalt take two onyx stones, and grave on them the names of the children of Israel." Lord, this powerful image of engraving names onto stones…
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