◄ 7102. qetsiah ►
Lexicon qetsiah: Cassia Original Word: קִצְיעָה Part of Speech: Noun Feminine Transliteration: qtsiy`ah Pronunciation: ket-see-AH Phonetic Spelling: (kets-ee-aw') Definition: Cassia Meaning: cassia Strong's Exhaustive Concordance cassia From qatsa'; cassia (as peeled; plural the bark) -- cassia. see HEBREW qatsa' NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Origin from qatsa Definition cassia (a powdered bark) NASB Translation cassia (1). Brown-Driver-Briggs I. [קְצִיעָה] noun feminine cassia, a powdered bark, like cinnamon (hence Greek κασία, Latin casia, LewyFremdw. 37); — plural (מֹר וַאֲהָלוֺת) פָצִיעוֺת Psalm 45:9 (Che now תּוּצַק are shed, see inEncy. Bib. CASSIA, n.). Topical Lexicon Word Origin: Derived from the root קָצַע (qatsa'), meaning "to scrape off" or "to strip off." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: • While there is no direct Greek equivalent for קִצְיעָה (qitzi'ah) in the Strong's Concordance, the concept of aromatic spices and anointing can be related to Greek terms such as μύρον (myron • Strong's Greek 3464), which refers to ointment or perfume, often used in similar religious and ceremonial contexts. Usage: The term קִצְיעָה (qitzi'ah) appears in the context of aromatic substances, specifically as one of the ingredients in the holy anointing oil and incense used in the tabernacle and temple worship. Context: • קִצְיעָה (qitzi'ah) is mentioned in the Hebrew Bible as a valuable spice, often associated with luxury and sacred rituals. It is one of the components of the holy anointing oil described in Exodus 30:24, where it is listed alongside myrrh, cinnamon, and calamus. The use of cassia in the anointing oil signifies its importance in religious ceremonies, symbolizing sanctity and consecration. • In Psalm 45:8, cassia is mentioned as part of the fragrant garments of the king, indicating its use in royal and celebratory contexts. The verse reads: "All your garments are fragrant with myrrh and aloes and cassia; from palaces of ivory the harps make you glad." • The spice is derived from the bark of the Cinnamomum cassia tree, native to regions of the Middle East and Asia. Its aromatic properties made it a sought-after commodity in ancient trade, contributing to its mention in biblical texts as a symbol of wealth and divine favor. • Cassia's inclusion in the sacred anointing oil underscores its role in the consecration of priests and sacred objects, highlighting its spiritual significance in the worship practices of ancient Israel. Forms and Transliterations קְ֭צִיעוֹת קציעות Ketziot qə·ṣî·‘ō·wṯ qəṣî‘ōwṯ Links Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel Texts Englishman's Concordance Psalm 45:8 HEB: מֹר־ וַאֲהָל֣וֹת קְ֭צִיעוֹת כָּל־ בִּגְדֹתֶ֑יךָ NAS: and aloes [and] cassia; Out of ivory KJV: and aloes, [and] cassia, out of the ivory INT: myrrh and aloes cassia All your garments 1 Occurrence Strong's Hebrew 7102 1 Occurrence qə·ṣî·‘ō·wṯ — 1 Occ.