In biblical times, the term "collar" is not frequently mentioned, but it holds significance in the context of ancient customs and practices. The concept of a collar can be understood through its symbolic and practical applications in the Scriptures.

Symbolic Significance:

The collar, as a symbol, often represents subjugation or servitude. In the ancient Near Eastern context, collars or yokes were placed on animals to control and guide them, and this imagery is frequently used in the Bible to describe the relationship between God and His people, or between rulers and their subjects. The collar, therefore, can symbolize the idea of being under authority or control.

Biblical References:

While the specific term "collar" is not extensively used in the Bible, the concept is closely related to the "yoke," which appears more frequently. For instance, in Jeremiah 27:2, the prophet is instructed by God to make a yoke and put it on his neck as a sign of submission to the Babylonian king Nebuchadnezzar: "This is what the LORD said to me: 'Make for yourself a yoke out of leather straps and put it on your neck.'"

In a similar vein, the yoke is used metaphorically in the New Testament to describe the teachings and obligations imposed by religious leaders. Jesus speaks of His own yoke in Matthew 11:29-30, offering a contrast to the burdensome yokes of the Pharisees: "Take My yoke upon you and learn from Me; for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For My yoke is easy and My burden is light."

Practical Applications:

In practical terms, collars were used in ancient times for animals, particularly oxen, to facilitate plowing and other agricultural tasks. The collar, as part of the yoke, was essential for ensuring that the animals worked together efficiently. This practical use underscores the importance of cooperation and unity, themes that are echoed in the biblical call for believers to work together in harmony.

Cultural Context:

In the broader cultural context of the Bible, collars or similar items were also used as ornaments or symbols of status. In Genesis 41:42, Pharaoh places a gold chain around Joseph's neck as a sign of his new authority: "Then Pharaoh removed the signet ring from his finger, put it on Joseph’s finger, clothed him in garments of fine linen, and placed a gold chain around his neck."

Theological Implications:

Theologically, the imagery of the collar or yoke serves as a reminder of the believer's relationship with God. It emphasizes the importance of submission to divine authority and the freedom that comes from being yoked to Christ. The collar, in this sense, is not merely a symbol of bondage but of willing service and commitment to God's will.

In summary, while the term "collar" itself may not be prevalent in the biblical text, its associated imagery and symbolism play a significant role in conveying themes of authority, service, and unity within the biblical narrative.Collar

For the proper sense of this term, as it occurs in (Judges 8:26) see EARRINGS.

(Hebrews peh), means in Job 30:18 the mouth or opening of the garment that closes round the neck in the same way as a tunic (Exodus 39:23). The "collars" (Hebrews netiphoth) among the spoils of the Midianites (Judges 8:26; R.V., "pendants") were ear-drops. The same Hebrew word is rendered "chains" in Isaiah 3:19. 1. (n.) Something worn round the neck, whether for use, ornament, restraint, or identification; as, the collar of a coat; a lady's collar; the collar of a dog.

2. (n.) A ring or cincture.

3. (n.) A collar beam.

4. (n.) The neck or line of junction between the root of a plant and its stem.

5. (n.) An ornament worn round the neck by knights, having on it devices to designate their rank or order.

6. (n.) A ringlike part of a mollusk in connection with esophagus.

7. (n.) A colored ring round the neck of a bird or mammal.

8. (n.) A ring or round flange upon, surrounding, or against an object, and used for restraining motion within given limits, or for holding something to its place, or for hiding an opening around an object; as, a collar on a shaft, used to prevent endwise motion of the shaft; a collar surrounding a stovepipe at the place where it enters a wall. The flanges of a piston and the gland of a stuffing box are sometimes called collars.

9. (n.) An eye formed in the bight or bend of a shroud or stay to go over the masthead; also, a rope to which certain parts of rigging, as dead-eyes, are secured.

10. (n.) A curb, or a horizontal timbering, around the mouth of a shaft.

11. (v. t.) To seize by the collar.

12. (v. t.) To put a collar on.

COLLAR

kol'-ar, kol'-er:

(1) (neTphah, plural neTphoth, literally, "drops," from naTaph, "to drop"). Judges 8:26 includes neTphoth among the spoils taken from the Midianites and Ishmaelites; the Revised Version (British and American) "pendants," the King James Version "collars." Qimchi at the place suggests "perfume-dropper."

(2) (peh, literally, "mouth"). In Job 30:18 the word is used to indicate the collar band, or hole of a robe, through which the head was inserted. Job, in describing his suffering and writhing, mentions the disfiguring of his garment, and suggests that the whole thing feels as narrow or close-fitting as the neckband, or perhaps that in his fever and pains he feels as if the neckband itself is choking him.

(3) (tsinoq, Jeremiah 29:26, "stocks"; the Revised Version (British and American) "shackles," which see; the Revised Version, margin "collar"). An instrument of torture or punishment.

Nathan Isaacs

6310. peh -- mouth
... accord (1), accordance (1), accordance* (1), accorded (1), according (9), according*
(2), apt (1), beak (2), boast* (1), boasting (1), collar (1), command (45 ...
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5188. netiphah -- a drop, pendant
... chain, collar. From nataph; a pendant for the ears (especially of pearls) -- chain,
collar. see HEBREW nataph. 5187, 5188. netiphah. 5189 . Strong's Numbers
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6729. tsinoq -- pillory
... 6728, 6729. tsinoq. 6730 . pillory. Transliteration: tsinoq Phonetic
Spelling: (tsee-noke') Short Definition: collar. Word Origin ...
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6059. anaq -- to serve as a necklace
... A primitive root; properly, to choke; used only as denominative from anaq, to collar,
ie Adorn with a necklace; figuratively, to fit out with supplies ...
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7242. rabid -- a chain (ornament for the neck)
... 2). chain. From rabad; a collar (as spread around the neck) -- chain. see HEBREW
rabad. 7241, 7242. rabid. 7243 . Strong's Numbers.
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The Collar of Gold
... CHAPTER IX THE COLLAR OF GOLD. ... He slipped from about his neck the collar of
golden rings and moved forward to put it about her throat. ...
//christianbookshelf.org/miller/the yoke/chapter ix the collar of.htm

The Debt of Israel
... For an instant after the sculptor had put the collar about her throat, Rachel stood
motionless, her face flushing and whitening with conflicting emotions. ...
//christianbookshelf.org/miller/the yoke/chapter x the debt of.htm

It is the Same in the Case of Girls. ...
... It is all a part of the same silly subjugation; there must be a hard stick-up collar
round the neck of a woman, because it is already a nuisance round the neck ...
/.../chesterton/whats wrong with the world/chapter 41 it is the.htm

What Yokes are For
... yoke," or "wear the yoke in his youth." But in Christ's illustration it is not the
jugum of the Roman soldier, but the simple "harness" or "ox-collar" of the ...
/.../the greatest thing in the world and other addresses/what yokes are for.htm

Canaan
... On the day after Mentu's return from On, Kenkenes paid the first visit to Masaarah
since the incident of the collar,"and the last he thought to make until he ...
//christianbookshelf.org/miller/the yoke/chapter xii canaan.htm

Of the Law.
... was God angry, as being ungratefully treated by them, and bound them with bonds
which could not be loosed, with a mortifying burden and a hard collar, and no ...
/.../various/constitutions of the holy apostles/sec iv of the law.htm

In the Desert
... In one hand was the collar of rings. ... The animal resented the confinement, and Kenkenes,
tying him by force, found in the forepaws the collar of golden rings. ...
//christianbookshelf.org/miller/the yoke/chapter xix in the desert.htm

Marriage of the Blessed virgin to Joseph
... Next she put on a collar reaching from above the breast to her throat.
It was encrusted with pearls and white embroidery, and was ...
/.../emmerich/the life of the blessed virgin mary/vii marriage of the blessed.htm

His Murdered Father's Head
... His leggings reached a little below his knee, and, like his wide turned-down collar,
were fringed with an ornamental pattern which indicated his high rank. ...
/.../chapter xxxvi his murdered fathers.htm

At Masaarah
... And after all these had been found and gathered together, she furtively put
the straw aside and drew forth the collar of golden rings. ...
//christianbookshelf.org/miller/the yoke/chapter xviii at masaarah.htm

Collar (6 Occurrences)
... 1. (n.) Something worn round the neck, whether for use, ornament, restraint, or
identification; as, the collar of a coat; a lady's collar; the collar of a dog. ...
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Ointment (29 Occurrences)
... This is indicated by Psalm 133:2, where it says that the precious oil ran down
on Aaron's beard and on the collar of his outer garment. ...
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Facing (79 Occurrences)
... the casting. 6. (n.) The collar and cuffs of a military coat; -- commonly
of a color different from that of the coat. 7. (n.) The ...
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Ferret (1 Occurrence)
... It seems to be from the root, 'anaq, "to choke," "to be in anguish" (compare `anaq,
"a collar"; chanaq, "to choke"; Arabic `unq, "neck"; Arabic khanaq, "to ...
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Trace (7 Occurrences)
... 1. (n.) One of two straps, chains, or ropes of a harness, extending from the collar
or breastplate to a whiffletree attached to a vehicle or thing to be drawn ...
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Distorted (4 Occurrences)
... Distorted (4 Occurrences). Job 30:18 By the great force of my disease is my garment
disfigured; it bindeth me about as the collar of my coat. (See NAS). ...
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Disfigured (4 Occurrences)
... him. (See RSV). Job 30:18 By great force is my garment disfigured. It binds
me about as the collar of my coat. (WEB JPS ASV). Isaiah ...
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Dove (27 Occurrences)
... This bird was darker than the others and took its name from a clearly outlined collar
of dark feathers encircling the neck, and was especially sought for caged ...
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Bindeth (25 Occurrences)
... (KJV JPS ASV DBY WBS). Job 30:18 By the great force of my disease is my garment
changed: it bindeth me about as the collar of my coat. (KJV JPS ASV WBS). ...
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Binds (14 Occurrences)
... light. (WEB RSV). Job 30:18 By great force is my garment disfigured. It binds
me about as the collar of my coat. (WEB NAS RSV NIV). Job ...
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