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11 Engrave the names of the children of Israel on the two stones as an engraver engraves a signet ring. Insert them into settings of gold filigree. 12 Set the two stones on the shoulder pieces of the ephod, as stones of remembrance for the children of Israel. Thus, Aaron shall carry the names upon his shoulders[a] before the Lord, as a memorial. 13 Also make settings of gold filigree

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  1. Exodus 28:12 Carry the names upon his shoulders: this is to signify to all of Israel that Aaron as the high priest represents all the people before God (see also v. 29).