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A tassel is a finishing feature in fabric and clothing decoration. It is a universal ornament that is seen in varying versions in many cultures around the globe.
The text indicates that it was specifically the hem of His garment that she touched, an important detail from a Jewish viewpoint. The English word hem is a translation of a Greek word meaning a tassel of twisted wool. These tassels were attached to the corners of the prayer shawl and were-and still are-worn by observant Jews in obedience to the biblical commandments found in Numbers 15:37-41 and Deuteronomy 22:12.