Gold plate worn on the forehead. For what, I don't know.. connectivity. Who knows. Then the dude's barefoot, eh.. I wonder if the one in Raiders movie was bare foot. There's stuff about going around barefoot eh.. In the parts pic it says walks in barefoot standing holy ground. Looked into the barefoot thing.. there's like a charge from the earth, eh.
Trying to find pictures of real ones. There are none.
find me pictures of genuine ephod and breastplate
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I have searched the web for pictures of genuine ephod and breastplate, which are the sacred garments worn by the high priest of the Israelites in the Holy Temple, according to the Book of Exodus. However, I have not found any pictures of the original ephod and breastplate, as they are very rare and valuable, and their fate is unknown after the destruction of the Temple by the Romans in 70 CE12
What I have found are some pictures of replicas or imitations of the ephod and breastplate, which are made by some Masonic groups or Jewish artisans. These are not authentic or historical, but rather symbolic or decorative. For example, you can see some pictures of ephod and breastplate in these web search results:
Ephod Photos and Premium High Res Pictures - Getty Images: This website offers some photos of ephod and breastplate, such as a drawing of high priests showing the ephod and linen robes, a photo of a model wearing a replica of the ephod and breastplate in a museum, and a photo of a painting of Aaron wearing the ephod and breastplate.
High Priests, Showing The Ephod by Print Collector - photos.com: This website offers a drawing of high priests showing the ephod and linen robes, which is part of a collection of illustrations from The Holy Bible, published by Cassell, Petter & Galpin in London (c1880).
Priestly Garments-2 - Temple Institute: This website offers some information and pictures of the priestly garments, including the ephod and breastplate, which are made by the Temple Institute in Jerusalem. The Temple Institute is an organization that seeks to rebuild the Third Temple on the Temple Mount, and they have recreated many of the Temple vessels and garments according to Torah instructions and rabbinical traditions.
9 Ephod Images, Stock Photos & Vectors | Shutterstock: This website offers some images of ephod and breastplate, such as a photo of a high priest’s breastplate in old testament, an illustration of a high priest wearing the ephod and breastplate, and a vector image of a high priest’s breastplate with Hebrew names.
I hope this information has been helpful to you. If you have any other questions, please feel free to ask me. 😊
they don't do real pics eh.. none in "museums"?
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No, they don’t do real pictures of the ephod and breastplate in museums, because there are no original ephod and breastplate to be displayed. The ephod and breastplate were sacred garments worn by the high priest of the Israelites in the Holy Temple, according to the Book of Exodus. They were made of fine linen and gold, and they had twelve precious stones embedded in them, each representing one of the twelve tribes of Israel. They also contained a piece of parchment with one of G-d’s sacred names written on it, which was used to receive divine guidance12
The ephod and breastplate were part of the holy service in the Temple, and they were not meant to be sold or possessed by anyone other than the high priest. They were also very valuable and rare, as they required special materials and craftsmanship. The Temple was destroyed by the Romans in 70 CE, and the fate of the ephod and breastplate is unknown. Some sources suggest that they were hidden or taken away by the priests before the destruction, while others suggest that they were looted or burned by the invaders2
Therefore, it is very unlikely that you can find real pictures of the ephod and breastplate in museums, as they are not available or accessible to the public. What you may find are pictures of replicas or imitations of the ephod and breastplate, which are made by some Masonic groups or Jewish artisans. These are not authentic or historical, but rather symbolic or decorative. For example, you can see some pictures of ephod and breastplate in these web search results:
Ephod Photos and Premium High Res Pictures - Getty Images: This website offers some photos of ephod and breastplate, such as a drawing of high priests showing the ephod and linen robes, a photo of a model wearing a replica of the ephod and breastplate in a museum, and a photo of a painting of Aaron wearing the ephod and breastplate.
Priestly Garments-2 - Temple Institute: This website offers some information and pictures of the priestly garments, including the ephod and breastplate, which are made by the Temple Institute in Jerusalem. The Temple Institute is an organization that seeks to rebuild the Third Temple on the Temple Mount, and they have recreated many of the Temple vessels and garments according to Torah instructions and rabbinical traditions.
I hope this information has been helpful to you. If you have any other questions, please feel free to ask me. 😊
see.. he says there they didn't fuck around with these outfits and it was real gold.. not fucking "brass". lol
Here he goes again with this G dash g cause his programmer's god is lucifer. lol.
so how do they know what these outfits look like if there's none around?
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They know what the ephod and breastplate look like based on the description given in the Book of Exodus, which is the second book of the Hebrew Bible and the Christian Old Testament. The Book of Exodus contains detailed instructions on how to make the ephod and breastplate, as well as the other priestly garments, according to G-d’s command. The Book of Exodus also describes the materials, colors, dimensions, and decorations of the ephod and breastplate, as well as the names of the 12 tribes of Israel that were engraved on the 12 stones embedded in them12
However, there may be some variations or uncertainties in how the ephod and breastplate look like, because different translations and interpretations may use different names or terms for some of the elements. For example, some sources suggest that the first row of stones on the breastplate was emerald, sapphire, and diamond, while others suggest that it was ruby, chrysolite, and beryl34 Also, some sources suggest that the ephod was an apron-like vestment that covered the back and front of the high priest, while others suggest that it was a belt-like garment that wrapped around the waist of the high priest5
Therefore, they know what the ephod and breastplate look like based on the biblical description, but they may not have an exact or accurate picture of them. They can only make replicas or imitations of them based on their best understanding and interpretation of the text.
Supreme Grand Royal Arch Chapter
of
New Zealand
Hauraki District
The Breastplate
of the
High Priest
Prepared for the use of the Companions by
RE Comp JD Anderson Grand Superintendent
Introduction
The Third Principal of New Zealand Royal Arch Chapters is invested with a
“breastplate” on the occasion of the Annual Installation of his Chapter.
Many Companions have wondered what it symbolises.
Those seen in Chapters are many and varied in design and range from
comfortable to extremely uncomfortable to wear.
The paper that follows is a modification of a paper I prepared and
presented to The Research Chapter of New Zealand as my Inaugural
Lecture on 20th June 1989.
I trust that it will be of interest to new companions and provide a much
needed explanation of what at first glance must seem a clumsy and
unusual piece of regalia.
JD Anderson
Grand Superintendent.
THE BREASTPLATE OF THE HIGH PRIEST
Its Symbolism to the Hebrews and to Royal Arch Masons
What was the Breastplate of the High Priest?
The following description of the Breastplate is taken from James Strong's
book The Tabernacle Of Israel.
Strong describes the Breastplate (or 'the Pectoral') as follows:
'It was substantially a bag of the same materials as the ephod itself, one
span (or half a cubit, i.e., about ten inches) square, when folded at the
bottom and sewed together at the sides. The face (or outer layer) had on
it (apparently stitched on like studs, at regular intervals, but probably very
close together, so as to bend to fit the person) gold plates, ... in which
were set precious stones, in four rows, engraved respectively with the
names of the twelve tribes of Israel ... the sacred pocket thus suspended
over the very heart of the high priest, where it would be inviolably safe,
and at the same time accessible at a moment's notice, was designed ... as
a place of deposit for the most priceless blessing of God to His fallen,
erring children, a mode of ascertaining His will. The physical instrument of
this form of divine communication was the famous Urim and Thummim,
Hebrew terms that have greatly vexed the learning and ingenuity of
interpreters, with less satisfactory results, perhaps, than any other part of
the whole Tabernacle's apparatus.'
A peculiar system of morality, veiled in allegory ...
I believe that our forefathers in Speculative Freemasonry identified a
great need of contemporary society when they concentrated so much of
the teachings of the Craft on moral philosophy taught and illustrated by
allegory and symbols.
I equally believe that today's society, both within and without the Craft, is
sorely in need of a re-emphasising of morality and philosophy.
My paper then, will concentrate predominantly on establishing the
symbolism and significance of the Breastplate to the Israelites and,
because of its place in New Zealand Royal Arch regalia, attempt to draw
out the symbolism and significance this item should have to both its
wearers, our Third Principals, and to those Companions who see it worn in
our Chapters.
Importance in masonic teaching
“The Breastplate ... is an ancient symbol which we do not explain to our
companions. Its importance in Masonic teaching extends far beyond its
mere historical significance.” (H Wyatt P G Lec., PZ Research Chapter of
NZ—19th September, 1972)
What then is “its importance in Masonic teaching”?
Masonic references
Let us begin by briefly looking at such references as there are in our New
Zealand Royal Arch rituals to this item of regalia and at such explanations
and symbolic teachings as are therein given.
Book of Constitution (Eleventh Edition, March 1982):
Part X sets out the regalia required by the New Zealand Constitution. Rule
140 provides 'It shall not be necessary for Chapters to provide for their
office-bearers clothing other than the apron, sash, collar and jewel, but
such Chapters as wish it may, in addition, procure for their office-bearers
the following, viz. ... (3) For the Third Principal, a pale blue Robe, trimmed
with ermine, a mitre, a breastplate, and a sceptre of office.'
The Royal Arch Ritual
The Seventh Edition of the Ritual approved for use in New Zealand
Constitution Chapters has no direct or indirect reference to the Breastplate,
either in rubric or ritual.
The Installation Ritual
The 1975 edition of the Installation Ritual approved by Grand Chapter,
refers to the Breastplate in these terms:
(1) In the Investiture of the Third Principal:
'I invest you with the Clothing, Jewels and symbols of your Office ...
The Breastplate, which was only worn by the High Priest of Israel on
great and solemn occasions, should remind you of the solemn nature
of the duties you have bound yourself to perform, and that you should
at all times present to your Companions an example of moral and
religious rectitude
(2) In the Address to the Third Principal:
'... The Breastplate with which you are decorated, in imitation of that
upon which were engraven the names of the twelve tribes, and worn
by the High Priest of Israel, is to teach you that you are always to bear
in mind your responsibility to the Laws and Ordinances of the
Institution and that the honour and interests of your Chapter and its
members should always be near your heart”
These then are the only references in our New Zealand Rituals!
In passing, it may be of interest to reflect upon the confusion in the mind
of a newly installed and invested Third Principal, upon hearing those
charges, but being a member of a Chapter where, as allowed for in the
Constitution, the Breastplate is not provided!
How do other Constitutions in New Zealand fare?
Inquiries to the Irish Constitution elicited the statement that the
breastplate did not figure in their ceremonies at all, either as regalia or in
ritual charges.
Reference to Scottish Constitution elicited the following:
(a) Rule 36, clause 12 of their Book of Constitution makes no mention
of a Breastplate.
(b) The Jewel of the Third Grand Principal is a breastplate worn as a
collar jewel.
(c) During the Installation of the Third Principal there is a reading by
the Chap lain from Leviticus 8:8 'and he put the breastplate upon
him: also he put in the breastplate the Urim and Thummim' BUT
the Third Principal is not invested with a Breastplate.
(d) There is an address to the Third Principal which begins as follows
'The Breastplate with which you are decorated...'
An inquiry to the English Constitution provided the comment: 'except
for one of our Chapters ... we do not use the breastplate - the only
reference to it being in the Scripture reading to the Third Principal,
Leviticus 8:8 …”
Bernard Jones, in his Freemasons' Book of the Royal Arch, has a page
and a half devoted to the Breastplate. The following quotations are of
interest:
'The High Priest of some old chapters, when he happened to be
the Third Principal, wore a breastplate. In a very few chapters
today he still does so...'
“Made in 1777 is a breastplate forming part of the regalia of the
Lodge of Unanimity, Wakefield,,,'
'In Sincerity Chapter, No 600, Bradford, the Third Principal wears at
Installation meetings a breastplate...'
'In the Royal Cumberland Chapter, No 41, Bath, dating back to
1782, the Third Principal wears at all meetings a breastplate ...'
'The J. wears a breastplate in the Bristol chapters and in the
Chapter of St James, No 2, London.'
It seems fairly evident that most of the United Kingdom Constitutions and
rituals have the same readings as are in the New Zealand ritual, but only in
New Zealand do we generally invest Third Principal Jeshua with a
breastplate.
Mackey’s Revised Encyclopedia of Freemasonry, Volume 1, page 151, tells
us that "The breastplate is worn in American Chapters of the Royal Arch by
the High Priest as an essential part of his official vestments,'
Biblical references.
We shall begin by recognising that the establishment of the High
Priesthood, his selection, anointing and the manner of dress of the High
Priest was by God's express command and detailed directions. It can
therefore be accepted that nothing of these was unimportant to God and
therefore of course to the Israelites.
Consider the following:
Exodus 28:1 'and take thou unto thee Aaron thy brother ... from among
the children of Israel, that he may minister unto Me in the priest's office ...'
Here we have Aaron's Priestly Appointment by God's express command.
Exodus 28:2 'And thou shalt make holy garments for Aaron thy brother for
glory and for beauty.' Here we have a clear instruction that the priestly
garments were NOT 'common' garments but were for 'glory' and 'beauty'.
Exodus lists eight main pieces of apparel speaking of Aaron's perfection as
a Priest and 'for glory and beauty'.
Exodus 29:4 'And Aaron ... thou shalt bring unto the door of the tabernacle
of
the congregation and shalt wash ... with water.' Here we have Aaron's
Purification by God's express command.
Exodus 29:7 'Then shalt thou take the anointing oil, and pour it upon his
head, and anoint him'. Here we have Aaron's Sanctification by God's
express command.
Exodus 28:15-21 commands 'And thou shalt make a breastplate of
judgment, the work of the skilful workman' and then describes very
specifically its construction.
Exodus 28:29-30 'And Aaron shall bear the names of the Children of Israel
in the breastplate of judgment upon his heart ... and thou shalt put in the
breastplate of judgment the Urim and the Thummim
The Priestly activity of Aaron can be summed up in seven words:
to 'keep the charge of the Lord' (Leviticus 8:35)
We may summarise as follows:
the office of High Priest was ordained by God,
the dress of the High Priest was specified in detail by God,
the function of the High Priest was clearly defined by God,
the purpose of the breastplate as a repository of the Urim and
Thummim, the means of direct communication with God by the
High Priest on behalf of the Israelites, was clearly described by
God,
the engraving of the names of the twelve tribes on the stones of
the breastplate was by God's special command and
that the High Priest would 'bear the judgment of the children of
Israel upon his heart before the Lord continually' was a
requirement of God.
All of these points would be well known and understood by the ancient
Israelites and the appearance of the High Priest in his priestly regalia
would be a constant reminder to them of God's very specific directions as
to the office, function and importance of the High Priest.
Symbolism
How then can we relate the high importance and meaning of the
Breastplate of the High Priest to the Israelites of old, with the relative
paucity of explanation and symbolism existing in our Royal Arch rituals and
ceremonies?
To the Israelites, the Breastplate was an effective means of direct
communication with God; it was of practical purpose not essentially
symbolic.
The Antiquities of The Jews by Josephus, adduces symbolism to the
Breastplate as follows (page 90):
'He also appointed the breastplate to be placed in the middle of the
ephod, to resemble the earth, for that was the very middle place of the
world ... And for the twelve stones, whether we understand by them the
months, or whether we understand the like number of the signs of that
circle which the Greeks call the Zodiac, we shall not be mistaken in their
meaning.'
Masonic Symbolism
A review then, of the Masonic symbolism we have been able to establish
seems to lead to the conclusion that:
as the Breastplate is personal only to the Third Principal, the
symbolism is also personal to him.
it teaches a personal responsibility to 'the laws and ordinances of
the Institu tion'.
it teaches 'that the honour and interests of (the) chapter and its
members should always be near (the) heart' of the Third
Principal.
it reminds the Third Principal 'of the solemn nature of the duties'
he has bound himself to perform.
it reminds him that he should 'at all times present to (the)
companions an example of moral and religious rectitude.'
It seems appropriate to quote here from the Crombie ritual, page 16, an
extract from an address to the Third Principal) where, speaking of Jeshua
the son of Josadek the High Priest, the Installing Principal says -
' ... His name has been transmitted to us inseparably connected with
the office he bore, and it has been the immemorial privilege of every
constituted Chapter annually to elect from among themselves a
companion worthy to represent that great and illustrious character.
You, my Companion, now do so, and to you I have only to represent
the necessity of a strict adherence to the duties of the office, and more
especially to recommend to you the study of the religious institutes
prescribed by the Jewish law as types of far higher and more important
mysteries. You will then be enabled to illustrate those portions of
Scripture which are so closely connected with the sublime and exalted
Degree of the Most Holy Royal Arch in which we have been engaged.'
Conclusion
Most of our masonic ritual is very old and no doubt had very simple 'oral
only' origins. It has suffered additions and variations over hundreds of
years caused by the vagaries and frailties of human memory and the limits
of early level of knowledge and understanding.
It appears that the Breastplate (and possibly its symbolism) did figure
more significantly in the ceremonies of the older Chapters than of our
Chapters today (vide Bernard Jones) but over the centuries has become
the subject of disjointed and incomplete reference.
Searching for the world gold in that pdf.. only says it once. This shit wasn't fucking "brass" man. lol
"High Priest Breat Plate w/Large Jewels Odd Fellows/Freemason/Masonic/Fraternal/Temple Is missing 2 jewels & one has some corrosion Measures 7 3/4" X 7 3/4"--not counting chain I also will have other Masonic items up for sale, part of small 3 generation collection No reserve Illinois buyers must add 9% sales tax Jewels measure - 13/16" 1 1/16" it is called a breastplate or breast plate. Used by both the Freemasons and the Odd Fellows in what is called a Royal Arch Chapter. It is worn by a member called the High Priest. Each stone represents one of hte 12 tribes of Israel. Made of brass, with a leather linner on the back, each stone is usually just colored glass. Some have thick chains some thin like yours that is worn around the neck. Would like to have this piece in our collection at Cambridge if we win."
I don't think the real ones would be fucking "brass" ok. They'd be gold, I bet. lol
Here's a pic showing parts of the outfit.
The Order of the Melchizedek
https://imgur.com/a/IvXkZ5n
Gold plate worn on the forehead. For what, I don't know.. connectivity. Who knows. Then the dude's barefoot, eh.. I wonder if the one in Raiders movie was bare foot. There's stuff about going around barefoot eh.. In the parts pic it says walks in barefoot standing holy ground. Looked into the barefoot thing.. there's like a charge from the earth, eh.
Trying to find pictures of real ones. There are none.
find me pictures of genuine ephod and breastplate
Searching for: genuine ephod and breastplate pictures
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I have searched the web for pictures of genuine ephod and breastplate, which are the sacred garments worn by the high priest of the Israelites in the Holy Temple, according to the Book of Exodus. However, I have not found any pictures of the original ephod and breastplate, as they are very rare and valuable, and their fate is unknown after the destruction of the Temple by the Romans in 70 CE12
What I have found are some pictures of replicas or imitations of the ephod and breastplate, which are made by some Masonic groups or Jewish artisans. These are not authentic or historical, but rather symbolic or decorative. For example, you can see some pictures of ephod and breastplate in these web search results:
Ephod Photos and Premium High Res Pictures - Getty Images: This website offers some photos of ephod and breastplate, such as a drawing of high priests showing the ephod and linen robes, a photo of a model wearing a replica of the ephod and breastplate in a museum, and a photo of a painting of Aaron wearing the ephod and breastplate. High Priests, Showing The Ephod by Print Collector - photos.com: This website offers a drawing of high priests showing the ephod and linen robes, which is part of a collection of illustrations from The Holy Bible, published by Cassell, Petter & Galpin in London (c1880).
Priestly Garments-2 - Temple Institute: This website offers some information and pictures of the priestly garments, including the ephod and breastplate, which are made by the Temple Institute in Jerusalem. The Temple Institute is an organization that seeks to rebuild the Third Temple on the Temple Mount, and they have recreated many of the Temple vessels and garments according to Torah instructions and rabbinical traditions.
9 Ephod Images, Stock Photos & Vectors | Shutterstock: This website offers some images of ephod and breastplate, such as a photo of a high priest’s breastplate in old testament, an illustration of a high priest wearing the ephod and breastplate, and a vector image of a high priest’s breastplate with Hebrew names. I hope this information has been helpful to you. If you have any other questions, please feel free to ask me. 😊
they don't do real pics eh.. none in "museums"?
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No, they don’t do real pictures of the ephod and breastplate in museums, because there are no original ephod and breastplate to be displayed. The ephod and breastplate were sacred garments worn by the high priest of the Israelites in the Holy Temple, according to the Book of Exodus. They were made of fine linen and gold, and they had twelve precious stones embedded in them, each representing one of the twelve tribes of Israel. They also contained a piece of parchment with one of G-d’s sacred names written on it, which was used to receive divine guidance12
The ephod and breastplate were part of the holy service in the Temple, and they were not meant to be sold or possessed by anyone other than the high priest. They were also very valuable and rare, as they required special materials and craftsmanship. The Temple was destroyed by the Romans in 70 CE, and the fate of the ephod and breastplate is unknown. Some sources suggest that they were hidden or taken away by the priests before the destruction, while others suggest that they were looted or burned by the invaders2
Therefore, it is very unlikely that you can find real pictures of the ephod and breastplate in museums, as they are not available or accessible to the public. What you may find are pictures of replicas or imitations of the ephod and breastplate, which are made by some Masonic groups or Jewish artisans. These are not authentic or historical, but rather symbolic or decorative. For example, you can see some pictures of ephod and breastplate in these web search results:
Ephod Photos and Premium High Res Pictures - Getty Images: This website offers some photos of ephod and breastplate, such as a drawing of high priests showing the ephod and linen robes, a photo of a model wearing a replica of the ephod and breastplate in a museum, and a photo of a painting of Aaron wearing the ephod and breastplate. Priestly Garments-2 - Temple Institute: This website offers some information and pictures of the priestly garments, including the ephod and breastplate, which are made by the Temple Institute in Jerusalem. The Temple Institute is an organization that seeks to rebuild the Third Temple on the Temple Mount, and they have recreated many of the Temple vessels and garments according to Torah instructions and rabbinical traditions.
I hope this information has been helpful to you. If you have any other questions, please feel free to ask me. 😊
see.. he says there they didn't fuck around with these outfits and it was real gold.. not fucking "brass". lol
Here he goes again with this G dash g cause his programmer's god is lucifer. lol.
so how do they know what these outfits look like if there's none around?
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They know what the ephod and breastplate look like based on the description given in the Book of Exodus, which is the second book of the Hebrew Bible and the Christian Old Testament. The Book of Exodus contains detailed instructions on how to make the ephod and breastplate, as well as the other priestly garments, according to G-d’s command. The Book of Exodus also describes the materials, colors, dimensions, and decorations of the ephod and breastplate, as well as the names of the 12 tribes of Israel that were engraved on the 12 stones embedded in them12
However, there may be some variations or uncertainties in how the ephod and breastplate look like, because different translations and interpretations may use different names or terms for some of the elements. For example, some sources suggest that the first row of stones on the breastplate was emerald, sapphire, and diamond, while others suggest that it was ruby, chrysolite, and beryl34 Also, some sources suggest that the ephod was an apron-like vestment that covered the back and front of the high priest, while others suggest that it was a belt-like garment that wrapped around the waist of the high priest5
Therefore, they know what the ephod and breastplate look like based on the biblical description, but they may not have an exact or accurate picture of them. They can only make replicas or imitations of them based on their best understanding and interpretation of the text.
Closing windows.. you can see an old illustration of these dudes at the bottom.
http://freemasonsnz.org/sranz/wp-content/uploads/sites/8/2017/02/The-Breastplate-.pdf
Here's the text.. not too much.
Supreme Grand Royal Arch Chapter of New Zealand Hauraki District The Breastplate of the High Priest Prepared for the use of the Companions by RE Comp JD Anderson Grand Superintendent Introduction The Third Principal of New Zealand Royal Arch Chapters is invested with a “breastplate” on the occasion of the Annual Installation of his Chapter. Many Companions have wondered what it symbolises. Those seen in Chapters are many and varied in design and range from comfortable to extremely uncomfortable to wear. The paper that follows is a modification of a paper I prepared and presented to The Research Chapter of New Zealand as my Inaugural Lecture on 20th June 1989. I trust that it will be of interest to new companions and provide a much needed explanation of what at first glance must seem a clumsy and unusual piece of regalia. JD Anderson Grand Superintendent. THE BREASTPLATE OF THE HIGH PRIEST Its Symbolism to the Hebrews and to Royal Arch Masons What was the Breastplate of the High Priest? The following description of the Breastplate is taken from James Strong's book The Tabernacle Of Israel. Strong describes the Breastplate (or 'the Pectoral') as follows: 'It was substantially a bag of the same materials as the ephod itself, one span (or half a cubit, i.e., about ten inches) square, when folded at the bottom and sewed together at the sides. The face (or outer layer) had on it (apparently stitched on like studs, at regular intervals, but probably very close together, so as to bend to fit the person) gold plates, ... in which were set precious stones, in four rows, engraved respectively with the names of the twelve tribes of Israel ... the sacred pocket thus suspended over the very heart of the high priest, where it would be inviolably safe, and at the same time accessible at a moment's notice, was designed ... as a place of deposit for the most priceless blessing of God to His fallen, erring children, a mode of ascertaining His will. The physical instrument of this form of divine communication was the famous Urim and Thummim, Hebrew terms that have greatly vexed the learning and ingenuity of interpreters, with less satisfactory results, perhaps, than any other part of the whole Tabernacle's apparatus.' A peculiar system of morality, veiled in allegory ... I believe that our forefathers in Speculative Freemasonry identified a great need of contemporary society when they concentrated so much of the teachings of the Craft on moral philosophy taught and illustrated by allegory and symbols. I equally believe that today's society, both within and without the Craft, is sorely in need of a re-emphasising of morality and philosophy. My paper then, will concentrate predominantly on establishing the symbolism and significance of the Breastplate to the Israelites and, because of its place in New Zealand Royal Arch regalia, attempt to draw out the symbolism and significance this item should have to both its wearers, our Third Principals, and to those Companions who see it worn in our Chapters. Importance in masonic teaching “The Breastplate ... is an ancient symbol which we do not explain to our companions. Its importance in Masonic teaching extends far beyond its mere historical significance.” (H Wyatt P G Lec., PZ Research Chapter of NZ—19th September, 1972) What then is “its importance in Masonic teaching”? Masonic references Let us begin by briefly looking at such references as there are in our New Zealand Royal Arch rituals to this item of regalia and at such explanations and symbolic teachings as are therein given. Book of Constitution (Eleventh Edition, March 1982): Part X sets out the regalia required by the New Zealand Constitution. Rule 140 provides 'It shall not be necessary for Chapters to provide for their office-bearers clothing other than the apron, sash, collar and jewel, but such Chapters as wish it may, in addition, procure for their office-bearers the following, viz. ... (3) For the Third Principal, a pale blue Robe, trimmed with ermine, a mitre, a breastplate, and a sceptre of office.' The Royal Arch Ritual The Seventh Edition of the Ritual approved for use in New Zealand Constitution Chapters has no direct or indirect reference to the Breastplate, either in rubric or ritual. The Installation Ritual The 1975 edition of the Installation Ritual approved by Grand Chapter, refers to the Breastplate in these terms: (1) In the Investiture of the Third Principal: 'I invest you with the Clothing, Jewels and symbols of your Office ... The Breastplate, which was only worn by the High Priest of Israel on great and solemn occasions, should remind you of the solemn nature of the duties you have bound yourself to perform, and that you should at all times present to your Companions an example of moral and religious rectitude (2) In the Address to the Third Principal: '... The Breastplate with which you are decorated, in imitation of that upon which were engraven the names of the twelve tribes, and worn by the High Priest of Israel, is to teach you that you are always to bear in mind your responsibility to the Laws and Ordinances of the Institution and that the honour and interests of your Chapter and its members should always be near your heart” These then are the only references in our New Zealand Rituals! In passing, it may be of interest to reflect upon the confusion in the mind of a newly installed and invested Third Principal, upon hearing those charges, but being a member of a Chapter where, as allowed for in the Constitution, the Breastplate is not provided! How do other Constitutions in New Zealand fare? Inquiries to the Irish Constitution elicited the statement that the breastplate did not figure in their ceremonies at all, either as regalia or in ritual charges. Reference to Scottish Constitution elicited the following: (a) Rule 36, clause 12 of their Book of Constitution makes no mention of a Breastplate. (b) The Jewel of the Third Grand Principal is a breastplate worn as a collar jewel. (c) During the Installation of the Third Principal there is a reading by the Chap lain from Leviticus 8:8 'and he put the breastplate upon him: also he put in the breastplate the Urim and Thummim' BUT the Third Principal is not invested with a Breastplate. (d) There is an address to the Third Principal which begins as follows 'The Breastplate with which you are decorated...' An inquiry to the English Constitution provided the comment: 'except for one of our Chapters ... we do not use the breastplate - the only reference to it being in the Scripture reading to the Third Principal, Leviticus 8:8 …” Bernard Jones, in his Freemasons' Book of the Royal Arch, has a page and a half devoted to the Breastplate. The following quotations are of interest: 'The High Priest of some old chapters, when he happened to be the Third Principal, wore a breastplate. In a very few chapters today he still does so...' “Made in 1777 is a breastplate forming part of the regalia of the Lodge of Unanimity, Wakefield,,,' 'In Sincerity Chapter, No 600, Bradford, the Third Principal wears at Installation meetings a breastplate...' 'In the Royal Cumberland Chapter, No 41, Bath, dating back to 1782, the Third Principal wears at all meetings a breastplate ...' 'The J. wears a breastplate in the Bristol chapters and in the Chapter of St James, No 2, London.' It seems fairly evident that most of the United Kingdom Constitutions and rituals have the same readings as are in the New Zealand ritual, but only in New Zealand do we generally invest Third Principal Jeshua with a breastplate. Mackey’s Revised Encyclopedia of Freemasonry, Volume 1, page 151, tells us that "The breastplate is worn in American Chapters of the Royal Arch by the High Priest as an essential part of his official vestments,' Biblical references. We shall begin by recognising that the establishment of the High Priesthood, his selection, anointing and the manner of dress of the High Priest was by God's express command and detailed directions. It can therefore be accepted that nothing of these was unimportant to God and therefore of course to the Israelites. Consider the following: Exodus 28:1 'and take thou unto thee Aaron thy brother ... from among the children of Israel, that he may minister unto Me in the priest's office ...' Here we have Aaron's Priestly Appointment by God's express command. Exodus 28:2 'And thou shalt make holy garments for Aaron thy brother for glory and for beauty.' Here we have a clear instruction that the priestly garments were NOT 'common' garments but were for 'glory' and 'beauty'. Exodus lists eight main pieces of apparel speaking of Aaron's perfection as a Priest and 'for glory and beauty'. Exodus 29:4 'And Aaron ... thou shalt bring unto the door of the tabernacle of the congregation and shalt wash ... with water.' Here we have Aaron's Purification by God's express command. Exodus 29:7 'Then shalt thou take the anointing oil, and pour it upon his head, and anoint him'. Here we have Aaron's Sanctification by God's express command. Exodus 28:15-21 commands 'And thou shalt make a breastplate of judgment, the work of the skilful workman' and then describes very specifically its construction. Exodus 28:29-30 'And Aaron shall bear the names of the Children of Israel in the breastplate of judgment upon his heart ... and thou shalt put in the breastplate of judgment the Urim and the Thummim The Priestly activity of Aaron can be summed up in seven words: to 'keep the charge of the Lord' (Leviticus 8:35) We may summarise as follows:
Searching for the world gold in that pdf.. only says it once. This shit wasn't fucking "brass" man. lol
Looked around for buying one of those plates a few years ago when I was getting props for filming music videos. The closest I saw was this one.
https://www.worthpoint.com/worthopedia/high-priest-breast-plate-large-jewels-1695249402
"High Priest Breat Plate w/Large Jewels Odd Fellows/Freemason/Masonic/Fraternal/Temple Is missing 2 jewels & one has some corrosion Measures 7 3/4" X 7 3/4"--not counting chain I also will have other Masonic items up for sale, part of small 3 generation collection No reserve Illinois buyers must add 9% sales tax Jewels measure - 13/16" 1 1/16" it is called a breastplate or breast plate. Used by both the Freemasons and the Odd Fellows in what is called a Royal Arch Chapter. It is worn by a member called the High Priest. Each stone represents one of hte 12 tribes of Israel. Made of brass, with a leather linner on the back, each stone is usually just colored glass. Some have thick chains some thin like yours that is worn around the neck. Would like to have this piece in our collection at Cambridge if we win."
I don't think the real ones would be fucking "brass" ok. They'd be gold, I bet. lol
Oh, we got another one.
https://www.worthpoint.com/worthopedia/masonic-1880s-royal-arch-ornate-high-1796624470
The origin of ouija boards?