The meaning of “אוּר”
Understanding ʼûwr reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
fire, light. See also אוּרִים. - flame - hence (in the plural) the East (as being the region of light) 1) flame, light o...
אוּר
fire, light. See also אוּרִים. - flame - hence (in the plural) the East (as being the region of light) 1) flame, light of fire
Occurrences in the Bible
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Isaiah 44:16 | “He burneth part thereof in the fire; with part thereof he eateth flesh; he roasteth roast, and is satisfied: yea, he warmeth himself, and saith, Aha, I am warm, I have seen the fire:” Word: אוּר (ʼûwr) | |
| Ezekiel 5:2 | “Thou shalt burn with fire a third part in the midst of the city, when the days of the siege are fulfilled: and thou shalt take a third part, and smite about it with a knife: and a third part thou shalt scatter in the wind; and I will draw out a sword after them.” Word: אוּר (ʼûwr) |
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