Hebrew Word Study
The meaning of “אֲפֵר”
Understanding ʼăphêr reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
ashes. - a turban 1) covering, bandage
H666
Hebrew Text
Strong's Concordance
אֲפֵר
Phoneticaf-ayr'
Transliterationʼăphêr
Grammar Code
H:N-M
Hebrew Noun, Masculine
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
ashes. - a turban 1) covering, bandage
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
2 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Kings 20:38 | “So the prophet departed, and waited for the king by the way, and disguised himself with ashes upon his face.” Word: אֲפֵר (ʼăphêr) | |
| 1 Kings 20:41 | “And he hasted, and took the ashes away from his face; and the king of Israel discerned him that he was of the prophets.” Word: אֲפֵר (ʼăphêr) |