Strong’s H0562

אֹמֶר

Part of speech

Noun Masculine

Transliteration

omer

Pronunciation

OH-mer

Definition

Sheaf, Omer

Meaning

something said

Usage

The term "omer" primarily refers to a unit of measure used in ancient Israel, equivalent to about one-tenth of an ephah. It is also used to describe a sheaf of grain, particularly during the harvest. In the context of the manna provided to the Israelites in the wilderness, an omer was the daily portion allotted to each person (Exodus 16:16).

Bible references

Job 22:28;Psalm 19:2;Psalm 19:3;Psalm 68:11;Psalm 77:8;Habakkuk 3:9