Original Word: צְרוֹר
Part of Speech: Noun Masculine
Transliteration: tsrowr
Pronunciation: tser-ore'
Phonetic Spelling: (tser-ore')
Definition: Bundle, parcel, pouch, bag
Meaning: a parcel, a kernel, particle

Word Origin: From the root verb צָרַר (tsarar), meaning "to bind" or "to tie up."

Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Greek equivalent for "tsrowr," the concept of a bundle or pouch can be related to Greek terms like "δέμας" (demas) meaning "bundle" or "σακίδιον" (sakidion) meaning "small bag."

Usage: The Hebrew word "tsrowr" primarily refers to a small bundle or parcel, often used to describe a collection of items tied or bound together. It can also denote a pouch or bag used for carrying valuables or personal items. The term conveys the idea of something being gathered and secured, often for protection or safekeeping.

Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient Near Eastern cultures, including Israel, it was common to carry items in small bundles or pouches. These were often made of cloth or leather and used to store money, spices, or other valuable items. The concept of binding or bundling was significant in a society where travel and trade were prevalent, and securing one's possessions was essential.

I. צְרוֺר noun masculine^{Haggai 1:6} bundle, parcel, pouch, bag (properly a binding, i.e. something bound up); — ׳צ absolute Amos 9:9 +, construct Genesis 42:35 +; plural construct צְרֹרוֺת Genesis 42:35; — bundle or pouch (purse) of money Genesis 42:35 (twice in verse) (E), Proverbs 7:20; הַמֹּר ׳צ Songs 1:13 (figurative of lover); ׳צְרוּרָה בִּצ הַחַיִּים 1 Samuel 25:29 (figurative; see I. צרר); מִּשְׁעִי ׳חָתֻם בִּצ Job 14:17 (i.e. hidden, forgotten Hi Bu and others; > al. treasured up), נָקוּב ׳צ Haggai 1:6 (see I. נקב).

II. צְרוֺר noun masculine pebble; — ׳צ 2 Samuel 17:13; also Amos 9:9 (where perhaps figurative for grain of wheat, in metaphor of winnowed Israel, compare Dr Now and others; > pebble retained in sieve Preuschem^{ZAW xv (1895), 24,} compare on custom Wetzst^{ZPV xiv (1891), f.}).

III. צְרוֺר proper name, masculine grandfather of Kish 1 Samuel 9:1, Αρεδ, ᵐ5 of L Σαρα.

bag, bendeth, bundle, least grain, small stone

Or (shorter) tsror {tser-ore'}; from tsarar; a parcel (as packed up); also a kernel or particle (as if a package) -- bag, X bendeth, bundle, least grain, small stone.

see HEBREW tsarar

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