Seam; Seamless
Artifactsâš¡ IN BRIEF (SUMMARY)
The Gospel of John (19:23) records that Roman soldiers did not tear Jesus' tunic because it was seamless, having been woven from top to bottom in one piece.
What is the meaning of Seam; Seamless in the Bible?
The Gospel of John (19:23) records that Roman soldiers did not tear Jesus' tunic because it was seamless, having been woven from top to bottom in one piece.
SIGNIFICANCE
Recognizing the tunic as a single-piece garment clarifies the historical context of the crucifixion narrative and explains why the soldiers chose to cast lots for it rather than divide it, fulfilling the prophecy of Psalm 22:18.
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