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Finger (2)

International Standard Bible Encyclopedia

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fin´gẽr ( אצבּע , 'ecba‛ ): The smallest of the Hebrew linear measures. It was equal to the breadth of the finger, or about 3/4 inches, four of which made a palm (Jeremiah 52:21 ). See WEIGHTS AND MEASURES .

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Orr, James, M.A., D.D. General Editor. Entry for 'Finger (2)'. International Standard Bible Encyclopedia. https://www.studylight.org/​encyclopedias/​eng/​isb/​f/finger-2.html. 1915.
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