Priesthood
Breastplate of Judgment
Priesthood · OT
Breastplate of Judgment
A folded pouch of the same fabric as the ephod, a span square, set with twelve precious stones in four rows of three, each engraved with the name of a tribe of Israel. Worn upon the heart of the high priest.
Symbolic meaning
Israel carried on the heart of the priest, into the presence of God.
Christological significance
Christ bears our names upon His heart in the holy place.
Traditionally understood as…
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