9“Take two onyx stones, and engrave on them the names of the tribes of Israel.

10Six names will be on each stone, arranged in the order of the births of the original sons of Israel.

11Engrave these names on the two stones in the same way a jeweler engraves a seal. Then mount the stones in settings of gold filigree.

12Fasten the two stones on the shoulder-pieces of the ephod as a reminder that Aaron represents the people of Israel. Aaron will carry these names on his shoulders as a constant reminder whenever he goes before the Lord.

13Make the settings of gold filigree,

14then braid two cords of pure gold and attach them to the filigree settings on the shoulders of the ephod.

22“To attach the chestpiece to the ephod, make braided cords of pure gold thread.

23Then make two gold rings and attach them to the top corners of the chestpiece.

24Tie the two gold cords to the two rings on the chestpiece.

25Tie the other ends of the cords to the gold settings on the shoulder-pieces of the ephod.

26Then make two more gold rings and attach them to the inside edges of the chestpiece next to the ephod.

27And make two more gold rings and attach them to the front of the ephod, below the shoulder-pieces, just above the knot where the decorative sash is fastened to the ephod.

28Then attach the bottom rings of the chestpiece to the rings on the ephod with blue cords. This will hold the chestpiece securely to the ephod above the decorative sash.

29“In this way, Aaron will carry the names of the tribes of Israel on the sacred chestpiece28:29 Hebrew the chestpiece for decision; also in 28:30. See 28:15. over his heart when he goes into the Holy Place. This will be a continual reminder that he represents the people when he comes before the Lord.

30Insert the Urim and Thummim into the sacred chestpiece so they will be carried over Aaron’s heart when he goes into the Lord’s presence. In this way, Aaron will always carry over his heart the objects used to determine the Lord’s will for his people whenever he goes in before the Lord.

36“Next make a medallion of pure gold, and engrave it like a seal with these words: Holy to the Lord.

37Attach the medallion with a blue cord to the front of Aaron’s turban, where it must remain.

38Aaron must wear it on his forehead so he may take on himself any guilt of the people of Israel when they consecrate their sacred offerings. He must always wear it on his forehead so the Lord will accept the people.

39“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.

40“For Aaron’s sons, make tunics, sashes, and special head coverings that are glorious and beautiful.

41Clothe your brother, Aaron, and his sons with these garments, and then anoint and ordain them. Consecrate them so they can serve as my priests.

42Also make linen undergarments for them, to be worn next to their bodies, reaching from their hips to their thighs.

43These must be worn whenever Aaron and his sons enter the Tabernacle28:43 Hebrew Tent of Meeting. or approach the altar in the Holy Place to perform their priestly duties. Then they will not incur guilt and die. This is a permanent law for Aaron and all his descendants after him.