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Hide of goats desert dwellers used for clothing (Hebrews 11:37 ) and for containers for water (Genesis 21:14 ) and wine (Joshua 9:4 ). In Genesis 27:16 Rachel placed goatskin on Jacob's neck and arms as part of the plan to deceive Isaac into giving his blessing. See Animals in the Bible.

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Butler, Trent C. Editor. Entry for 'Goatskin'. Holman Bible Dictionary. https://www.studylight.org/dictionaries/eng/hbd/g/goatskin.html. 1991.

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Goatskin