Strong's Lexicon searah: Hair, Hairy Original Word: שְׂעָרָה Word Origin: Derived from the root שֵׂעָר (se'ar), meaning "hair." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Greek equivalent for "se'arah," the concept of hair is captured in Greek by words such as θρίξ (thrix), Strong's Greek #2359, which also means "hair." Usage: The Hebrew word "se'arah" primarily refers to hair, often used in the context of describing the physical appearance of individuals or animals. It can denote the hair on the head or body and is sometimes used metaphorically to describe something that is hairy or bristly. Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient Hebrew culture, hair held significant cultural and religious symbolism. It was often associated with strength, beauty, and identity. For instance, the Nazirite vow included a prohibition against cutting one's hair as a sign of dedication to God (Numbers 6:5). Hair could also symbolize mourning or shame when cut or shaved (Isaiah 3:24). The texture and appearance of hair were sometimes used to describe the characteristics of people or animals, reflecting their nature or status. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfem. of saar Definition a storm NASB Translation storm (1), tempest (1). Strong's Exhaustive Concordance storm, tempest Feminine of sa'ar; a hurricane -- storm, tempest. see HEBREW sa'ar Forms and Transliterations בִּשְׂעָרָ֥ה בשערה וּבִשְׂעָרָה֙ ובשערה biś‘ārāh biś·‘ā·rāh bisaRah ū·ḇiś·‘ā·rāh ūḇiś‘ārāh uvisaRahLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance Job 9:17 HEB: אֲשֶׁר־ בִּשְׂעָרָ֥ה יְשׁוּפֵ֑נִי וְהִרְבָּ֖ה NAS: For He bruises me with a tempest And multiplies KJV: For he breaketh me with a tempest, and multiplieth INT: me A tempest bruises and multiplies Nahum 1:3 2 Occurrences |