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(both consisting of two horizontal disks with a center support):- wheel. אָבְנָ֫יִם ('avnayim) – "stones" (plural of אֶ֫בֶן). Biblical context: from the same as H68; pair of stones (dual only); potter's wheel or midwife's stool אָבְנָ֫יִם refers to "stones" in the plural and is used in several biblical passages to describe stones in either their literal or symbolic sense.
Exodus 28:17 – In the description of the ephod (a type of priestly garment), אָבְנָ֫יִם are mentioned as the two stones placed on the shoulders of the ephod, on which the names of the tribes of Israel are engraved. These stones are part of the priests' sacred attire and symbolize the representation of the people before God.
Exodus 39:10 – Similar to Exodus 28:17, the use of אָבְנָ֫יִם is mentioned again in the creation of the ephod stones, showing their ritual significance.
The אָבְנָ֫יִם in these contexts are not only physical stones, but also have symbolic value as a representation of the nation of Israel before God. |
