תַּשְׁבֵּץ (tash.bets)
tash.bets
checkered
H:N-MQuick Reference
- Language
- Biblical Hebrew
- Testament
- Old Testament
- Occurrences
- 1 verses
- Root
- —
- Part of speech
- H:N-M
Word Overview
The Hebrew noun tashbets refers to a specific type of woven fabric characterized by a checkered or plaited pattern. It appears only once in the Hebrew Bible, in Exodus 28:4, where it describes the material used for the ephod worn by the high priest.
This term highlights the intricate craftsmanship involved in creating sacred garments. The word points to a textile technique that creates a distinct visual texture, likely through the interlacing of different colored threads. Its singular usage underscores the unique and specialized nature of the priestly vestments, setting them apart as objects of significant ritual importance.
Based on public-domain lexicons (Strong's, Thayer, Gesenius, Brown-Driver-Briggs and others).
What This Word Means for Your Faith
The word tashbets describes a fabric with a checkered or interlaced pattern, appearing only once in Scripture within Exodus 28:4. It refers to the material woven for the high priest’s ephod, highlighting the care and skill required to create sacred garments. This single mention reminds us that God values both the beauty of creation and the intentionality behind worship.
For your faith life, this detail invites reflection on how ordinary materials can become holy when dedicated to God’s purposes. Just as threads are carefully woven together, our lives gain meaning when we offer our daily actions to Him. The intricate design points to a Creator who delights in order and artistry, inviting us to bring our best efforts into His service.
How it's translated
How this word is rendered word-by-word in the 1 verses where it appears, by frequency.
- checkered work1×
Forms in the text
The inflected forms of this word as they appear in Scripture, by frequency.
- תַּשְׁבֵּ֖ץ1×
Key Verses
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Exodus 28:4
These are the garments which they shall make: a breastplate, an ephod, a robe, a fitted tunic, a turban, and a sash. They shall make holy garments for Aaron your brother and his sons, that he may minister to me in the priest’s office.
This is the only occurrence of tashbets in the Hebrew Bible, specifying the checkered fabric used for the high priest's ephod.