Strong's Lexicon qeseth: Ink, inkstand Original Word: קֶסֶת Word Origin: Derived from an unused root meaning to cut off Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Greek equivalent for "qeseth," the concept of writing and ink can be related to Greek terms such as "γράμμα" (gramma, G1121) meaning "letter" or "writing," and "μελάνιον" (melanion, G3185) meaning "ink." Usage: The term "qeseth" refers to an ink or inkstand, a container used for holding ink. In the context of the Bible, it is associated with writing and recording, often used by scribes or those tasked with documenting important information. Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient times, writing was a crucial part of record-keeping, communication, and the transmission of religious texts. Inkstands were essential tools for scribes, who played a vital role in preserving and copying sacred scriptures. The use of ink and inkstands reflects the importance of written communication in maintaining the cultural and religious heritage of the Israelites. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom the same as qasah Definition a pot (for ink), inkhorn NASB Translation case (2), writing case (1). Strong's Exhaustive Concordance inkhorn From the same as kowc (or as qashah); properly, a cup, i.e. An ink-stand -- inkhorn. see HEBREW kowc see HEBREW qashah Forms and Transliterations הַקֶּ֙סֶת֙ הקסת וְקֶ֥סֶת וקסת קֶ֥סֶת קסת hakKeset haq·qe·seṯ haqqeseṯ Keset qe·seṯ qeseṯ veKeset wə·qe·seṯ wəqeseṯLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance Ezekiel 9:2 HEB: לָבֻ֣שׁ בַּדִּ֔ים וְקֶ֥סֶת הַסֹּפֵ֖ר בְּמָתְנָ֑יו NAS: with a writing case at his loins. KJV: with a writer's inkhorn by his side: INT: clothed linen case A writer's his loins Ezekiel 9:3 Ezekiel 9:11 3 Occurrences |