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# robe #
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## Definition: ##
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A robe is an outer garment with long sleeves that can be worn by both men and women. It is similar to a coat.
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* Robes are open in the front and are tied shut with a sash or belt.
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* They can be long or short in length.
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* Purple robes were worn by kings as a sign of royalty, wealth, and prestige.
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2016-12-06 01:56:44 +00:00
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(See also: [royal](../other/royal.md) **·** [tunic](../other/tunic.md))
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## Bible References: ##
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* [Exodus 28:4-5](https://door43.org/en/bible/notes/exo/28/04)
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* [Genesis 49:11-12](https://door43.org/en/bible/notes/gen/49/11)
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* [Luke 15:22-24](https://door43.org/en/bible/notes/luk/15/22)
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* [Luke 20:45-47](https://door43.org/en/bible/notes/luk/20/45)
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* [Matthew 27:27-29](https://door43.org/en/bible/notes/mat/27/27)
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