The meaning of “כֶּתֶם”
Understanding kethem reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
((most) fine, pure) gold(-en wedge). - properly, something carved out, i.e. ore - hence, gold (pure as originally mined)...
כֶּתֶם
((most) fine, pure) gold(-en wedge). - properly, something carved out, i.e. ore - hence, gold (pure as originally mined) 1) gold, pure gold
Occurrences in the Bible
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Job 28:19 | “The topaz of Ethiopia shall not equal it, neither shall it be valued with pure gold.” Word: כֶּתֶם (kethem) | |
| Psalms 45:9 | “Kings’ daughters were among thy honourable women: upon thy right hand did stand the queen in gold of Ophir.” Word: כֶּתֶם (kethem) | |
| Proverbs 25:12 | “As an earring of gold, and an ornament of fine gold, so is a wise reprover upon an obedient ear.” Word: כֶּתֶם (kethem) | |
| Song of Solomon 5:11 | “His head is as the most fine gold, his locks are bushy, and black as a raven.” Word: כֶּתֶם (kethem) | |
| Isaiah 13:12 | “I will make a man more precious than fine gold; even a man than the golden wedge of Ophir.” Word: כֶּתֶם (kethem) |
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