◄ 2159. zamir ►
Lexicon
zamir: Song, singing, pruning

Original Word: זָמִיר
Part of Speech: Noun Masculine
Transliteration: zamiyr
Pronunciation: zah-MEER
Phonetic Spelling: (zaw-meer')
Definition: Song, singing, pruning
Meaning: a twig

Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
branch

From zamar; a twig (as pruned) -- branch.

see HEBREW zamar

NAS Exhaustive Concordance
Word Origin
from zamar
Definition
trimming, pruning
NASB Translation
pruning (1).

Brown-Driver-Briggs
II. זָמִיר noun [masculine] trimming, pruning (compare LgBN 173) — only עַת הַזָּמִיר Songs 2:12 (> others singing). — I. זמיר see below I. זמר above

Topical Lexicon
Word Origin: Derived from the root זָמַר (zamar), which generally means to prune or trim.

Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: • Strong's Greek Number 2885 • κοσμέω (kosmeo): To arrange, to put in order, to adorn, which can relate to the idea of pruning or arranging branches.
• Strong's Greek Number 2508 • καθαίρω (kathairo): To cleanse, to prune, used in the context of purifying or refining, similar to the pruning of branches.

These Greek terms reflect similar themes of order, refinement, and preparation, aligning with the agricultural and spiritual connotations of זָמִיר in the Hebrew Scriptures.

Usage: The term זָמִיר is used in the context of pruning or cutting off branches, often in agricultural or metaphorical settings.

Context: The Hebrew word זָמִיר (zamir) appears in the context of agricultural practices, particularly in the pruning of vines or trees. This term is rooted in the broader concept of cultivation and care for plants, which is a recurring theme in the Hebrew Scriptures. Pruning is an essential process in agriculture, symbolizing the removal of excess or dead branches to promote healthy growth and fruitfulness. In a metaphorical sense, pruning can also represent spiritual refinement or discipline, where unnecessary or harmful elements are removed to foster spiritual growth and maturity.

The act of pruning is often associated with divine intervention or guidance, where God is depicted as the gardener who prunes His people to encourage righteousness and spiritual vitality. This imagery is consistent with the broader biblical narrative that emphasizes the importance of spiritual growth and the removal of sin or impurities.

While the specific term זָמִיר is not frequently used in the Hebrew Bible, its conceptual significance is echoed in various passages that discuss the care and cultivation of vineyards and gardens. The process of pruning is integral to maintaining the health and productivity of a vineyard, which serves as a powerful metaphor for the relationship between God and His people.

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