Ephod

About Ephod Written by AI

Ephod, the son of Hanniel, is mentioned in the book of Numbers as the appointed leader from the tribe of Manasseh who assisted in dividing the land of Canaan among the Israelite tribes (Numbers 34:23). After the Israelites had conquered the land of Canaan under the leadership of Joshua, representatives from each tribe were chosen to help allocate the land according to the instructions given by God. Ephod was selected as the representative for the tribe of Manasseh, highlighting his leadership skills and the trust placed in him by his tribe. The division of the land was a crucial task, ensuring that each tribe received its allotted portion and that the distribution was fair and equitable. Ephod's role in this process demonstrates his importance and the responsibility he held within his tribe. No further details are provided about Ephod's life, his family, or his other contributions to the tribe of Manasseh. His mention in this context serves to highlight the organization and cooperation among the tribes during the allocation of the Promised Land and to recognize the significant individuals who played a role in this important event in Israel's history.

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Easton's Bible Dictionary, 1897

Something girt, a sacred vestment worn originally by the high priest (Ex. 28:4), afterwards by the ordinary priest (1 Sam. 22:18), and characteristic of his office (1 Sam. 2:18, 28; 14:3). It was worn by Samuel, and also by David (2 Sam. 6:14). It was made of fine linen, and consisted of two pieces, which hung from the neck, and covered both the back and front, above the tunic and outer garment (Ex. 28:31). That of the high priest was embroidered with divers colours. The two pieces were joined together over the shoulders (hence in Latin called superhumerale) by clasps or buckles of gold or precious stones, and fastened round the waist by a “curious girdle of gold, blue, purple, and fine twined linen” (28:6-12).

The breastplate, with the Urim and Thummim, was attached to the ephod.

M. G. Easton, Illustrated Bible Dictionary, third edition (1897), public domain, from CrossWire. Shown as written; its Scripture quotes are from older translations.