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'''Arm span''' or '''reach''' is a measure of the physical reach of a person. It is defined as the distance from one end of an individual's arms (measured at the fingertips) to the other when raised parallel to the ground at shoulder height at a 90° angle. The arm span measurement is usually very close to the person's height.
== Apocrypha ==


==Measurement==
The term '''Apocrypha''' refers to a collection of ancient books with religious or historical significance that are not considered part of the canonical [[Bible]] by certain religious traditions. The status and acceptance of these texts vary among different [[Christian denominations]] and [[Jewish traditions]].
The measurement of the '''arm span''' is taken with the person standing against a wall, arms fully extended at right angles to the body. The distance from the tip of one middle finger to the other is recorded using a measuring tape. This measurement is used in various areas such as health, sports, and fashion.


==Health and Medicine==
=== Etymology and Definition ===
In the field of [[health]] and [[medicine]], the arm span to height ratio is used as a simple method to identify potential cases of [[Marfan syndrome]], a genetic disorder affecting the body's connective tissue. A significantly larger arm span compared to height can be an indicator of this syndrome.  
The word "apocrypha" comes from the Greek "_π_______" (apokryphos), meaning "hidden" or "obscure." Originally, it referred to texts that were "hidden away" because they were considered esoteric or not suitable for public reading. Over time, the term has come to denote texts that are outside the accepted canon of scripture.


==Sports==
=== Historical Context ===
In [[sports]], particularly in [[boxing]] and [[basketball]], a greater arm span is considered an advantage. In boxing, a longer reach allows a boxer to hit their opponent from a safer distance where the opponent may not be able to reach them. In basketball, a longer arm span is beneficial for both offensive and defensive plays.
The Apocrypha includes a variety of texts, such as historical works, wisdom literature, and additions to canonical books. These texts were primarily written during the intertestamental period, the time between the [[Old Testament]] and the [[New Testament]].


==Fashion==
=== Apocryphal Books ===
In [[fashion]], arm span is used for sizing of clothes, particularly for shirts and jackets. It is also used in the design of equipment such as gloves and protective gear.
Some of the most well-known apocryphal books include:


==See also==
* '''[[1 Esdras]]'''
* [[Human height]]
* '''[[2 Esdras]]'''
* [[Anthropometry]]
* '''[[Tobit]]'''
* [[Marfan syndrome]]
* '''[[Judith]]'''
* [[Boxing]]
* '''[[Additions to Esther]]'''
* [[Basketball]]
* '''[[Wisdom of Solomon]]'''
* '''[[Ecclesiasticus]]''', also known as the [[Book of Sirach]]
* '''[[Baruch]]'''
* '''[[Letter of Jeremiah]]'''
* '''[[Prayer of Azariah]]'''
* '''[[Susanna]]'''
* '''[[Bel and the Dragon]]'''
* '''[[1 Maccabees]]'''
* '''[[2 Maccabees]]'''


[[Category:Anthropometry]]
=== Canonical Status ===
[[Category:Human height]]
The canonical status of the Apocrypha varies among different religious traditions:
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[[Category:Clothing sizes]]
* The [[Roman Catholic Church]] includes most of the Apocrypha in the [[Deuterocanonical books]], which are considered part of the [[Old Testament]].
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* The [[Eastern Orthodox Church]] also accepts many of these texts, though the specific books included can vary.
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* Most [[Protestant denominations]] do not consider the Apocrypha to be canonical, though they may be included in some editions of the Bible for historical or educational purposes.
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* In [[Judaism]], these texts are not part of the [[Hebrew Bible]] and are generally not considered authoritative.
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=== Influence and Legacy ===
The Apocrypha has had a significant influence on [[Christian art]], [[literature]], and [[theology]]. Many of the stories and themes found in these texts have been depicted in art and literature throughout history. For example, the story of [[Judith]] and [[Holofernes]] has been a popular subject in [[Renaissance art]].
 
=== Modern Usage ===
Today, the Apocrypha is often studied for its historical and cultural value. It provides insight into the religious and social context of the time in which it was written. Scholars and theologians continue to debate the significance and interpretation of these texts.
 
== Related Pages ==
* [[Bible]]
* [[Deuterocanonical books]]
* [[Pseudepigrapha]]
* [[Intertestamental period]]
 
== Gallery ==
<gallery>
File:Notes_et_extraits_pour_servir_à_l'histoire_des_croisades_au_XVe_siècle,_pp._126-127_(Jorga,_1915).jpg|A page from a historical text discussing the Apocrypha.
File:Apocriefe_boeken_Lutherbijbel.jpg|The Apocryphal books in a Luther Bible.
File:KJV_1769_Oxford_Edition,_vol._1.djvu|A page from the 1769 Oxford Edition of the King James Version, which includes the Apocrypha.
</gallery>
 
[[Category:Religious texts]]
[[Category:Biblical apocrypha]]

Revision as of 17:38, 11 February 2025

Apocrypha

The term Apocrypha refers to a collection of ancient books with religious or historical significance that are not considered part of the canonical Bible by certain religious traditions. The status and acceptance of these texts vary among different Christian denominations and Jewish traditions.

Etymology and Definition

The word "apocrypha" comes from the Greek "_π_______" (apokryphos), meaning "hidden" or "obscure." Originally, it referred to texts that were "hidden away" because they were considered esoteric or not suitable for public reading. Over time, the term has come to denote texts that are outside the accepted canon of scripture.

Historical Context

The Apocrypha includes a variety of texts, such as historical works, wisdom literature, and additions to canonical books. These texts were primarily written during the intertestamental period, the time between the Old Testament and the New Testament.

Apocryphal Books

Some of the most well-known apocryphal books include:

Canonical Status

The canonical status of the Apocrypha varies among different religious traditions:

Influence and Legacy

The Apocrypha has had a significant influence on Christian art, literature, and theology. Many of the stories and themes found in these texts have been depicted in art and literature throughout history. For example, the story of Judith and Holofernes has been a popular subject in Renaissance art.

Modern Usage

Today, the Apocrypha is often studied for its historical and cultural value. It provides insight into the religious and social context of the time in which it was written. Scholars and theologians continue to debate the significance and interpretation of these texts.

Related Pages

Gallery

  • A page from a historical text discussing the Apocrypha.
    A page from a historical text discussing the Apocrypha.
  • The Apocryphal books in a Luther Bible.
    The Apocryphal books in a Luther Bible.
  • A page from the 1769 Oxford Edition of the King James Version, which includes the Apocrypha.
    A page from the 1769 Oxford Edition of the King James Version, which includes the Apocrypha.
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