Cypresses are evergreen trees belonging to the family Cupressaceae, known for their tall, slender appearance and aromatic wood. In the Bible, cypresses are mentioned several times, often symbolizing strength, durability, and beauty. These trees were highly valued in ancient times for their wood, which was used in construction and craftsmanship due to its resistance to decay.

Biblical References:

1. Isaiah 41:19 : "I will plant in the wilderness the cedar, the acacia, the myrtle, and the olive tree; I will set in the desert the cypress, the plane tree, and the pine." In this passage, the cypress is listed among other trees that God promises to plant in the wilderness, symbolizing restoration and divine provision. The inclusion of the cypress highlights its significance and the transformation of desolate places into areas of beauty and abundance.

2. Isaiah 60:13 : "The glory of Lebanon will come to you—its cypress, elm, and boxwood together—to adorn the place of My sanctuary, and I will glorify the place of My feet." Here, the cypress is part of the glory of Lebanon, renowned for its majestic forests. The use of cypress wood in adorning the sanctuary signifies its value and the honor of being part of God's holy dwelling.

3. Ezekiel 27:5 : "They constructed all your planking with cypress from Senir. They took a cedar from Lebanon to make a mast for you." This verse describes the construction of Tyre's ships, using cypress wood from Senir for planking. The choice of cypress underscores its durability and suitability for shipbuilding, reflecting the wealth and craftsmanship of Tyre.

4. 1 Kings 6:15 : "He lined the interior walls of the temple with cedar boards from floor to ceiling, and he covered the floor of the temple with cypress boards." In the construction of Solomon's Temple, cypress wood was used for flooring, indicating its esteemed status and the desire for lasting materials in the house of the Lord.

Symbolism and Significance:

Cypresses in the Bible often symbolize strength and eternal life due to their evergreen nature. Their use in sacred and royal buildings reflects their association with permanence and divine favor. The cypress's ability to thrive in various conditions also makes it a symbol of resilience and hope, as seen in prophetic visions of restoration and blessing.

Cultural and Historical Context:

In the ancient Near East, cypress wood was prized for its aromatic quality and resistance to insects and decay. It was commonly used in construction, shipbuilding, and the making of idols and musical instruments. The regions of Lebanon and Senir (Hermon) were known for their abundant cypress forests, contributing to the wealth and trade of these areas.

The biblical portrayal of cypresses aligns with their historical and cultural significance, emphasizing their role in both practical and symbolic contexts. As a tree that endures through time, the cypress serves as a reminder of God's enduring promises and the beauty of His creation.(n.) Plural of Cypress.1266. beroth -- cypress or fir
... 1265, 1266. beroth. 1267 . cypress or fir. Transliteration: beroth Phonetic
Spelling: (ber-oth') Short Definition: cypresses. Word ...
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1265. berosh -- cypress or fir
... Word Origin of uncertain derivation Definition cypress or fir NASB Word Usage cypress
(11), cypress trees (1), cypresses (3), fir (1), fir trees (2), juniper (2 ...
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At Night, Jesus Abode on the Mount of Olives
... The citadel of Jerusalem breaks the skyline where stood the tower of Hippicus, and
to the left, against the setting sun, the cypresses in a monastery garden ...
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Work Written by Julian Entitled "Aversion to Beards. " Daphne in ...
... Daphne is a suburb of Antioch, and is planted with cypresses and other trees,
beneath which all kinds of flowers flourish in their season. ...
/.../the ecclesiastical history of sozomenus/chapter xix work written by julian.htm

Imperial Tombs.
... of a circular basement of white marble, two hundred and twenty-five feet in diameter,
which supported a cone of earth, planted with cypresses and evergreens. ...
/.../lanciani/pagan and christian rome/chapter iv imperial tombs.htm

The Emperor and Empress
... But this garden"yes, it will be delightful to me; and perhaps among these palms
and cypresses and vines I may sometimes sit in the shadow and forget the ...
/.../chapter xviii the emperor and.htm

The Thunderbolt Averted
... Not her palaces, not her statues and marble streets and bright colonnades, not her
Grove of Daphne, nor her fountains, and cypresses, and soft air, and ...
/.../chapter viii the thunderbolt averted.htm

Acts x. 4-Jan
... Beside this fountain, not poplars and pines, nor cypresses, but other plants than
these, and far better, of goodly stature: friendship with God, praise with men ...
/.../chrysostom/homilies on acts and romans/homily xxii acts x 4-jan.htm

The Cedars of Lebanon.
... of the infinite in clumsy terms of the finite"the Creator more thought, more pains,
than the giant cedars of Lebanon, and the giant cypresses of California. ...
/.../kingsley/westminster sermons/sermon xvi the cedars of.htm

Psalm XCVI.
... [4443] "Then shall all the trees of the woods rejoice:" because huge cedars and
cypresses have been cut down, and undecaying timbers have been bought for the ...
/.../augustine/exposition on the book of psalms/psalm xcvi.htm

Of the Commissioners Hellebichus Commander of the Troops, and ...
... When you wish to pronounce an encomium on the city, tell me not of the suburb of
Daphne, [1723] nor of the height and multitude of its cypresses, nor of its ...
/.../chrysostom/on the priesthood/homily xvii of the commissioners.htm

Sennacherib (705-681 BC )
History Of Egypt, Chaldaea, Syria, Babylonia, and Assyria, V 8. <. ...
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Cypresses (6 Occurrences)
... Multi-Version Concordance Cypresses (6 Occurrences). ... (DBY JPS NAS RSV). Song of Songs
1:17 The beams of our houses are cedars, Our rafters are cypresses. ...
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Cypress (17 Occurrences)
... Isaiah 14:8 Yea, the cypresses rejoice at thee, and the cedars of Lebanon: 'Since
thou art laid down, no feller is come up against us.' (Root in JPS DBY NAS RSV ...
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Furthest (3 Occurrences)
... my chariots have I come up To the height of the mountain, to the recesses of Lebanon,
And I will cut down its tall cedars, the choice of its cypresses; And I ...
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Insults (34 Occurrences)
... I come up to the height of the mountains, to the innermost parts of Lebanon; and
I have cut down the tall cedars thereof, and the choice cypresses thereof; and ...
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Forests (12 Occurrences)
... I come up to the height of the mountains, to the innermost parts of Lebanon; and
I have cut down the tall cedars thereof, and the choice cypresses thereof; and ...
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Tallest (2 Occurrences)
... I come up to the height of the mountains, to the innermost parts of Lebanon; and
I have cut down the tall cedars thereof, and the choice cypresses thereof; and ...
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Cypress-tree (2 Occurrences)
Cypress-tree. Cypresses, Cypress-tree. Cypress-trees . Multi-Version Concordance ...
(See JPS). Cypresses, Cypress-tree. Cypress-trees . Reference Bible.
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Choicest (32 Occurrences)
... I come up to the height of the mountains, to the innermost parts of Lebanon; and
I have cut down the tall cedars thereof, and the choice cypresses thereof; and ...
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Cane (11 Occurrences)
... Song of Songs 4:14 Cypresses with nard -- nard and saffron, Cane and cinnamon, With
all trees of frankincense, Myrrh and aloes, with all chief spices. (YLT). ...
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Heights (75 Occurrences)
... I come up to the height of the mountains, to the innermost parts of Lebanon; and
I have cut down the tall cedars thereof, and the choice cypresses thereof; and ...
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