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2:13), a loose and flowing robe. The folds of this upper garment could be formed into a lap (Ruth 3:15; Psalm 79:12; Proverbs 17:23; Luke 6:38). Generals of armies usually wore scarlet robes (Judges 8:26; Nah. 2:3). A form of conspicuous raiment is mentioned in Luke 20:46; comp. Matthew 23:5.

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