Hebrew Word Study
The meaning of “שָׁשַׁר”
Understanding shâshar reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
vermillion. - red ochre (from its piercing color) 1) red colour, vermilion 1a) formerly gained from 'kermes' insect
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Hebrew Text
Strong's Concordance
שָׁשַׁר
Phoneticshaw-shar'
Transliterationshâshar
Grammar Code
H:N-M
Hebrew Noun, Masculine
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
vermillion. - red ochre (from its piercing color) 1) red colour, vermilion 1a) formerly gained from 'kermes' insect
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
2 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Jeremiah 22:14 | “That saith, I will build me a wide house and large chambers, and cutteth him out windows; and it is cieled with cedar, and painted with vermilion.” Word: שָׁשַׁר (shâshar) | |
| Ezekiel 23:14 | “And that she increased her whoredoms: for when she saw men pourtrayed upon the wall, the images of the Chaldeans pourtrayed with vermilion,” Word: שָׁשַׁר (shâshar) |