Dictionary entry

Kerchief

International Standard Bible Encyclopedia

ker'-chif (micpachoth; epibolaia): Occurs only inEze 13:18,21, in a passage which refers to some species of divination. Their exact shape or use is unknown. They were apparently long veils or coverings put over the heads of those consulting the false prophetesses and reaching down to the feet, for they were for "persons of every stature."