Strong’s H3801
כְּתֹנֶת
Part of speech
Noun Feminine
Transliteration
kthoneth
Pronunciation
keh-tho'-neth or koo-to'-neth
Definition
Tunic, garment, robe
Meaning
a shirt
Usage
The term "kethoneth" refers to a basic garment or tunic worn next to the skin, often made of linen or wool. It was a common piece of clothing in ancient Israel, serving as an undergarment or a simple outer garment. The kethoneth was typically a long shirt-like piece, reaching to the knees or ankles, and was worn by both men and women.
Bible references
Genesis 3:21;Genesis 37:3;Genesis 37:23;Genesis 37:23;Genesis 37:31;Genesis 37:31;Genesis 37:32;Genesis 37:32;Genesis 37:33;Exodus 28:4;Exodus 28:39;Exodus 28:40;Exodus 29:5;Exodus 29:8;Exodus 39:27;Exodus 40:14;Leviticus 8:7;Leviticus 8:13;Leviticus 10:5;Leviticus 16:4;2 Samuel 13:18;2 Samuel 13:19;2 Samuel 15:32;Ezra 2:69;Nehemiah 7:70