Strong’s H4370

מִכְנָס

Part of speech

Noun Masculine

Transliteration

miknac

Pronunciation

mik-NAHS

Definition

Trousers, breeches

Meaning

drawers

Usage

The term "miknas" refers to a specific type of garment, typically trousers or breeches, worn by priests in ancient Israel. These garments were part of the sacred attire prescribed for the priests as they performed their duties in the Tabernacle and later in the Temple. The miknas served both a practical and symbolic purpose, ensuring modesty and ritual purity during sacred service.

Bible references

Exodus 28:42;Exodus 39:28;Leviticus 6:10;Leviticus 16:4;Ezekiel 44:18