²⁹ “In this way, Aaron will carry the names of the tribes of Israel on the sacred chestpiece^[a] 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.

¹² Fasten 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.

³⁰ Insert 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.

10 Dear brothers and sisters,^[a] the longing of my heart and my prayer to God is for the people of Israel to be saved.

Design of the Chestpiece

¹⁵ “Then, with great skill and care, make a chestpiece to be worn for seeking a decision from God.^[a] Make it to match the ephod, using finely woven linen embroidered with gold and with blue, purple, and scarlet thread.