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Covering of the eyes
Occurs only in Gen. 20:16. In the Revised Version the rendering is “it (i.e., Abimelech’s present of 1,000 pieces of silver to Abraham) is for thee a covering of the eyes.” This has been regarded as an implied advice to Sarah to conform to the custom of married women, and wear a complete veil, covering the eyes as well as the rest of the face.
In the Bible
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Verses where Covering of the eyes is named. Berean Standard Bible (public domain).
- Genesis 20:16
And he said to Sarah, “See, I am giving your brother a thousand pieces of silver. It is your vindication before all who are with you; you are completely cleared.”
Scripture on Covering of the eyes
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Sources · Easton's Bible Dictionary (1897)
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