Biblical symbol

Ephod

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Ephod is a priestly garment associated with worship, discernment, and representation.

Biblical SymbolismThe Great Almanac DictionaryUpdated 2026-09-26

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Found in: Biblical Symbolism
Related: Tree of Life, Tree of Knowledge, Serpent, Temple

A great book open on a lectern, a shaft of light across its pages — Scriptural symbol · visual guide **Ephod**
Ephod means a priestly garment associated with worship, discernment, and representation.
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Why Ephod matters

Ephod matters because it belongs to specific sanctuary and priestly context.

Where readings of Ephod go wrong

The usual misreading is to detach ephod imagery from its biblical setting.

Sources and editorial method

This entry summarizes the tradition in the Almanac's own words; where no source is listed, it is an editorial summary rather than a primary text, and symbolic readings are named as the tradition's, not as fact.

Source: The Great Almanac Dictionary
Category: Biblical Symbolism
Last updated: 2026-09-26

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Common questions

What is ephod?

Ephod is a priestly garment associated with worship, discernment, and representation.

What do people get wrong about ephod?