Pace
Culture & SocietyWhat is the meaning of Pace in the Bible?
A step in 2Sa 6:13, hence, about one yard.
SIGNIFICANCE
Understanding this specific measurement clarifies the physical scale of actions described in biblical narratives, such as the distance David traveled before offering sacrifices.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Ancient Cultural Lens: Avoid applying 21st-century Western assumptions to Pace. Examine how first-century or Near Eastern listeners understood this practice within their daily social dynamics.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Pace in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Pace clarify?
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Source Attribution
Built upon the 1915 International Standard Bible Encyclopedia and Easton's Bible Dictionary (1897). Entries have been modernized, checked for academic truthfulness, and shortened for clarity.
How to Cite This Entry
"Pace." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/pace/