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Concise Bible Dictionary
:
This
color was
used
extensively in
the
hangings of
the
tabernacle
; in the
vesture
of the
priests
; and in the coverings of the vessels of the tabernacle when
they
were being
removed
. The color is typical of
heaven
: the whole of the tabernacle was “a shadow of heavenly things” (Ex. 26; Ex. 28).
Strong’s Dictionary of Hebrew Words:
Number:
8504
(
find all occurrences in KJV Bible
)
Transliteration:
tkeleth
Phonic:
tek-ay’-leth
Meaning:
probably for
7827
; the cerulean mussel, i.e. the color (violet) obtained therefrom or stuff dyed therewith
KJV Usage:
blue