Strong's Lexicon ereg: Fabric, woven material Original Word: אֶרֶג Word Origin: Derived from the root verb אָרַג (arag), meaning "to weave." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: The Greek equivalent related to weaving and fabric is ὑφαντός (hyphantos), which also refers to something woven. Usage: The Hebrew word "ereg" refers to a piece of woven fabric or material. It is used in the context of textiles and garments, emphasizing the craftsmanship and skill involved in weaving. The term highlights the intricate and deliberate process of creating fabric, which was a significant aspect of ancient life. Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient Israel, weaving was a vital domestic and economic activity. Textiles were essential for clothing, trade, and religious purposes. The process of weaving involved using a loom to interlace threads, creating various patterns and textures. Skilled weavers were highly valued, and their work was often associated with artistry and precision. The production of fabric was a communal activity, often involving women in the household. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom arag Definition a loom NASB Translation loom (1), weaver's shuttle (1). Brown-Driver-Briggs אֶ֫רֶג noun [masculine] loom (see GFMPOS Oct.1889) — אֶרֶג Judges 16:4 hand-loom to which Samson's hair was fastened, plucked up by him (׳א object of וַיִּסַּע; strike out הַיְתַד as gloss, compare GFM above); Job 7:6 יָמַי קַלּוּ מִנִּי אָ֑רֶג my days are swifter than a loom. אַרְגֹּב see רגב. אַרְגָּז see רגז. Strong's Exhaustive Concordance beam, weaver's shuttle From 'arag; a weaving; a braid; also a shuttle -- beam, weaver's shuttle. see HEBREW 'arag Forms and Transliterations אָ֑רֶג ארג הָאֶ֖רֶג הארג ’ā·reḡ ’āreḡ Areg hā’ereḡ hā·’e·reḡ haEregLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance Judges 16:14 HEB: אֶת־ הַיְתַ֥ד הָאֶ֖רֶג וְאֶת־ הַמַּסָּֽכֶת׃ NAS: out the pin of the loom and the web. KJV: with the pin of the beam, and with the web. INT: out the pin of the loom for and the web Job 7:6 2 Occurrences |
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