Hebrew Word Study
The meaning of “אֵשֶׁל”
Understanding ʼêshel reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
grove, tree. - a tamarisk tree - by extension, a grove of any kind 1) tamarisk tree
H815
Hebrew Text
Strong's Concordance
אֵשֶׁל
Phoneticay'-shel
Transliterationʼêshel
Grammar Code
H:N-M
Hebrew Noun, Masculine
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
grove, tree. - a tamarisk tree - by extension, a grove of any kind 1) tamarisk tree
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
3 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Genesis 21:33 | “And Abraham planted a grove in Beer–sheba, and called there on the name of the Lord, the everlasting God.” Word: אֵשֶׁל (ʼêshel) | |
| 1 Samuel 22:6 | “When Saul heard that David was discovered, and the men that were with him, (now Saul abode in Gibeah under a tree in Ramah, having his spear in his hand, and all his servants were standing about him;)” Word: אֵשֶׁל (ʼêshel) | |
| 1 Samuel 31:13 | “And they took their bones, and buried them under a tree at Jabesh, and fasted seven days. ” Word: אֵשֶׁל (ʼêshel) |