◄ 1208. batsor ►
Strong's Lexicon
batsor: Fortress, stronghold

Original Word: בָּצוֹר
Part of Speech: Noun Masculine
Transliteration: batsowr'
Pronunciation: ba-tsor
Phonetic Spelling: (baw-tsore')
Definition: Fortress, stronghold
Meaning: inaccessible, lofty

Word Origin: From the root בצר (batsar), which means "to gather" or "to enclose."

Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: The Greek equivalent often used in the Septuagint for "fortress" is "φρούριον" (phourion), which also means a place of protection or a stronghold.

Usage: The Hebrew word "batsor" is used to denote a place of strength or defense, often translated as "fortress" or "stronghold" in English. It conveys the idea of a secure, fortified place that offers protection against enemies. In the biblical context, it is often used metaphorically to describe God as a refuge or defense for His people.

Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient Israel, fortresses were critical for defense against invading armies. They were typically built on elevated ground and constructed with thick walls to withstand sieges. The imagery of a fortress was powerful in conveying security and protection, both physically and spiritually. In the biblical narrative, God is frequently depicted as a fortress, emphasizing His role as a protector and provider of safety for His people.

NAS Exhaustive Concordance
Word Origin
see batsar.

Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
vintage

From batsar; inaccessible, i.e. Lofty -- vintage (by confusion with batsiyr).

see HEBREW batsar

see HEBREW batsiyr

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