The Hebrew verb labash means to clothe, to put on a garment, or to dress someone else. Both literal and metaphorical uses are common — one can be clothed with righteousness, salvation, shame, or strength.
The theology of clothing in Scripture runs deep. After the Fall, God labash-ed Adam and Eve with garments of skin (Genesis 3:21) — an act of divine provision foreshadowing atonement. The prophets speak of being clothed with righteousness (Isaiah 61:10) and salvation (Psalm 132:16). Revelation 19 describes the Bride clothed in fine linen, which is the righteous acts of the saints. Clothing in Scripture is ultimately about covering, identity, and status before God.