Description
The robe of the High Priest was worn on top of the tunic and thus was a kind of jacket or overshirt. It was woven of light blue wool thread. It was a long garment, hanging down to the ankles. It is not clear whether it had sleeves or not, nor whether it was open or closed in the front. Somewhat like a Latin American poncho, it may even have been a rectangular piece of cloth with a hole in the middle for the head. Around the hem of the robe were sewn alternating golden bells (see Jinglet, bell) and pomegranates made of woven threads. The robe was held in place by the ephod, which was worn over it. See the illustrations at High Priest’s clothing and Ephod.