Exodus 28:31-32 “Make the robe of the ephod entirely of blue cloth, with an opening for the head in its center. There shall be a woven edge like a collar around this opening, so that it will not tear.
The sound of the bells rather intrigued me this morning, but I was shocked and horrified when I came across this bit of commentary: “By [the sound of the bells, those outside] would know that [the priest’s] offering had been accepted, and that he had not been struck dead.”
Exodus 28:33 Make pomegranates of blue, purple and scarlet yarn around the hem of the robe, with gold bells between them.
The Old Testament God and the Old Testament relationships to God are so incredibly different that it is sometimes hard for me to wrap my head around. Even just reading about the stakes for the once-a-year sacrifice makes me anxious.
Exodus 28:34 The gold bells and the pomegranates are to alternate around the hem of the robe.
Precious Savior, Thank You that Your presence, Your life, Your death and resurrection removes the rigid weight of perfection from my relationship with God. Thank You that You allow me to come to You with all of my flaws and imperfections, that You allow me to lay my burdens at Your feet, that You wrap me in Your peace and love. Thank You. Amen.
Exodus 28:35 Aaron must wear it when he ministers. The sound of the bells will be heard when he enters the Holy Place before the Lord and when he comes out, so that he will not die.
Have a blessed day.