In Scripture What Does Handbreadth Mean?

1. A space equal to the breadth of the hand; a palm - Exodus 37:12. noun.

What is the meaning of the word Handbreadth?

: any of various units of length varying from about 2¹/₂ to 4 inches based on the breadth of a hand.

How long is a biblical Handbreadth?

How big exactly is a “handbreadth,” a unit of measurement mentioned in the Bible and also in talmudic instructions? A tefach, the handbreadth, is equivalent to four fingers, the Talmud unhelpfully clarifies.

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