Strong’s H2239

זֶרֶת

Part of speech

Noun Feminine

Transliteration

zereth

Pronunciation

zeh-reth

Definition

Span

Meaning

the spread of the fingers, a span

Usage

The term "zereth" refers to a unit of measurement in ancient Hebrew culture, specifically a "span." A span is the distance measured by the outstretched hand from the tip of the thumb to the tip of the little finger, approximately half a cubit or about 9 inches (23 centimeters). It is used in the Bible to describe dimensions, particularly in the context of construction and design.

Bible references

Exodus 28:16;Exodus 28:16;Exodus 39:9;Exodus 39:9;1 Samuel 17:4;Isaiah 40:12;Ezekiel 43:13