Bible Dictionary
BLINDFOLD
A covering placed over the eyes, used in an ancient game in which the blindfolded person was struck and asked to identify the offender. Jesus was treated this way by His persecutors.
Definition
A blindfold is a covering placed over the eyes. In an ancient sport, the blindfolded person was struck and asked to identify the one who struck him.
Biblical Usage
Jesus’ persecutors treated Him in this manner, striking and asking Him to identify the person who had struck Him.
Historical Background
The game was common among children in ancient times, and the blindfolded person was not released until he guessed correctly.
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Historical Bible Dictionaries
International Standard Bible Encyclopedia (ISBE)
<p>blind'-fold (perikalupto): A sport common among the children of ancient times, in which the blindfolded were struck on the cheek, then asked who had struck them, and not let go until they had correctly guessed. This treatment was accorded Christ by his persecutors (Lu 22:64).</p>