Hebrew Word Study
The meaning of “כַּרְכֹּם”
Understanding karkôm reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
probably of foreign origin saffron. - the crocus 1) saffron 1a) an orange-yellow flower of the crocus family, used for f...
H3750
Hebrew Text
Strong's Concordance
כַּרְכֹּם
Phonetickar-kome'
Transliterationkarkôm
Grammar Code
H:N-M
Hebrew Noun, Masculine
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
probably of foreign origin saffron. - the crocus 1) saffron 1a) an orange-yellow flower of the crocus family, used for flavouring in drinks and confections in order to promote perspiration for cooling of the body
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
1 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Song of Solomon 4:14 | “Spikenard and saffron; calamus and cinnamon, with all trees of frankincense; myrrh and aloes, with all the chief spices:” Word: כַּרְכֹּם (karkôm) |