Hebrew Word Study
The meaning of “עָפַר”
Understanding ʻâphar reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
a primitive root; meaning either to be gray or perhaps rather to pulverize; used only as denominative from עָפָר, cast (...
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Hebrew Text
Strong's Concordance
עָפַר
Phoneticaw-far'
Transliterationʻâphar
Grammar Code
H:V
Hebrew Verb
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
a primitive root; meaning either to be gray or perhaps rather to pulverize; used only as denominative from עָפָר, cast (dust). - to be dust 1) (Piel) to dust, powder
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
1 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| 2 Samuel 16:13 | “And as David and his men went by the way, Shimei went along on the hill’s side over against him, and cursed as he went, and threw stones at him, and cast dust.” Word: עָפַר (ʻâphar) |