◄ 2213. zer ►
Lexicon zer: Crown, border, molding Original Word: זֵר Part of Speech: Noun Masculine Transliteration: zer Pronunciation: zayr Phonetic Spelling: (zare) Definition: Crown, border, molding Meaning: a chaplet, a border moulding Strong's Exhaustive Concordance crown From zarar (in the sense of scattering); a chaplet (as spread around the top), i.e. (specifically) a border moulding -- crown. see HEBREW zarar NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Origin from zur Definition circlet, border NASB Translation border (2), molding (8). Brown-Driver-Briggs זֵר noun masculine circlet, border (originally that which presses, binds, compare also Aramaic bracelet, זִירָא wreath, crown, Late Hebrew זִיר id., זִירָה ring, wrestler's ring; others from a √ זרר) — זֵר זֵהָב Exodus 25:11,24,25; Exodus 30:3; Exodus 37:2,11,12,26; זֵרוֺ Exodus 30:4; Exodus 37:27 (all P). Topical Lexicon Word Origin: Derived from an unused root meaning to encircle. Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: • G2087 (ἕτερος, heteros): While not a direct translation, this Greek word can imply something different or another, which can relate to the idea of distinction or separation, akin to how a border distinguishes or sets apart. • G2190 (ἐχθρός, echthros): This word means "enemy" and is not directly related to זֵר (zer), but in a broader sense, it can contrast with the idea of protection and encirclement that a border provides. • G2992 (λαός, laos): Meaning "people" or "nation," this term can relate to the collective identity and unity that sacred symbols like the זֵר (zer) represent for the community of believers. Usage: The term זֵר (zer) is used in the Hebrew Bible to describe decorative elements, particularly in the context of sacred objects and structures. It is often translated as "crown" or "border" in English versions of the Bible. Context: The Hebrew word זֵר (zer) appears in the context of the construction and decoration of sacred objects, particularly in the tabernacle and temple. It is used to describe the ornamental border or moulding that adorned various sacred furnishings. For example, in Exodus 25:11, the Ark of the Covenant is described as having a "golden crown" (זֵר זָהָב) around it: "Overlay it with pure gold, both inside and out, and make a gold border around it." Similarly, in Exodus 30:3, the altar of incense is described with a similar decorative element: "Overlay the top and all the sides and horns with pure gold, and make a gold border around it." The use of זֵר (zer) signifies the importance of beauty and craftsmanship in the worship practices of ancient Israel. The decorative borders served not only as aesthetic enhancements but also as symbols of the divine presence and holiness. The intricate designs reflected the care and reverence with which the Israelites approached their relationship with God. The concept of a "crown" or "border" in these contexts can also be seen as a metaphor for the divine order and protection, encircling and sanctifying the objects used in worship. The use of gold in these decorations further emphasizes the value and sacredness attributed to these items. Forms and Transliterations זֵ֥ר זֵר־ זר זר־ לְזֵר֗וֹ לזרו lə·zê·rōw lezeRo ləzêrōw zer zêr zêr- Links Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel Texts Englishman's Concordance Exodus 25:11 HEB: וְעָשִׂ֧יתָ עָלָ֛יו זֵ֥ר זָהָ֖ב סָבִֽיב׃ NAS: a gold molding around KJV: it, and shalt make upon it a crown of gold INT: shall make and molding A gold around Exodus 25:24 HEB: וְעָשִׂ֥יתָ לּ֛וֹ זֵ֥ר זָהָ֖ב סָבִֽיב׃ NAS: and make a gold border around it. KJV: and make thereto a crown of gold INT: pure and make border A gold around Exodus 25:25 HEB: סָבִ֑יב וְעָשִׂ֧יתָ זֵר־ זָהָ֛ב לְמִסְגַּרְתּ֖וֹ NAS: a gold border for the rim KJV: a golden crown to the border INT: around shall make border A gold the rim Exodus 30:3 HEB: וְעָשִׂ֥יתָ לּ֛וֹ זֵ֥ר זָהָ֖ב סָבִֽיב׃ NAS: a gold molding all around KJV: thereof; and thou shalt make unto it a crown of gold INT: horns shall make molding A gold around Exodus 30:4 HEB: לּ֣וֹ ׀ מִתַּ֣חַת לְזֵר֗וֹ עַ֚ל שְׁתֵּ֣י NAS: for it under its molding; you shall make KJV: shalt thou make to it under the crown of it, by the two INT: shall make under molding and two Exodus 37:2 HEB: וַיַּ֥עַשׂ ל֛וֹ זֵ֥ר זָהָ֖ב סָבִֽיב׃ NAS: a gold molding for it all around. KJV: and made a crown of gold INT: and without and made molding A gold all Exodus 37:11 HEB: וַיַּ֥עַשׂ ל֛וֹ זֵ֥ר זָהָ֖ב סָבִֽיב׃ NAS: a gold molding for it all around. KJV: and made thereunto a crown of gold INT: pure and made molding A gold all Exodus 37:12 HEB: סָבִ֑יב וַיַּ֧עַשׂ זֵר־ זָהָ֛ב לְמִסְגַּרְתּ֖וֹ NAS: a gold molding for its rim KJV: and made a crown of gold INT: all and made molding A gold rim Exodus 37:26 HEB: וַיַּ֥עַשׂ ל֛וֹ זֵ֥ר זָהָ֖ב סָבִֽיב׃ NAS: a gold molding for it all around. KJV: of it: also he made unto it a crown of gold INT: horns made molding A gold around Exodus 37:27 HEB: ל֣וֹ ׀ מִתַּ֣חַת לְזֵר֗וֹ עַ֚ל שְׁתֵּ֣י NAS: for it under its molding, on its two KJV: of gold for it under the crown thereof, by the two INT: made under molding on two 10 Occurrences Strong's Hebrew 2213 10 Occurrences lə·zê·rōw — 2 Occ. zêr — 8 Occ.