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fath´um ( ὀργυιά , ̬orguiá ): The literal meaning is the length of the outstretched arms, and it was regarded as equal to 4 cubits, or about 6 feet. (Acts 27:28 ). See WEIGHTS AND MEASURES .

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Orr, James, M.A., D.D. General Editor. Entry for 'Fathom'. International Standard Bible Encyclopedia. https://www.studylight.org/​encyclopedias/​eng/​isb/​f/fathom.html. 1915.
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