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Exodus 28:9

King James Version (KJV)

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Exodus 28:9

Verse 9 of 43

Scripture focus

And thou shalt take two onyx stones, and grave on them the names of the children of Israel:

Exodus 28:9 — KJV

Commentary

Commentary on Exodus 28:9

Theological / Devotional

Two onyx stones. There has been some difference of opinion as to what stones are meant by the word translated “onyx.” According to the LXX, they were “emeralds.” Josephus calls them “sardonyx,” the best variety of onyx (Antiquities iii. 7. 5). It is probable that “onyx,” an excellent stone for engraving, was the stone designated. In Egypt the royal signet ring would have on its face the owner’s name.

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