Strong’s H0713

אַרְגָּמָן

Part of speech

Noun Masculine

Transliteration

argaman

Pronunciation

ar-gah-MAHN

Definition

Purple

Meaning

purple

Usage

The Hebrew word "argaman" refers to a specific shade of purple dye that was highly valued in ancient times. It is often associated with royalty, nobility, and wealth due to its rarity and the labor-intensive process required to produce it. In the Bible, "argaman" is frequently mentioned in the context of garments, tabernacle furnishings, and other items of significant importance.

Bible references

Exodus 25:4;Exodus 26:1;Exodus 26:31;Exodus 26:36;Exodus 27:16;Exodus 28:5;Exodus 28:6;Exodus 28:8;Exodus 28:15;Exodus 28:33;Exodus 35:6;Exodus 35:23;Exodus 35:25;Exodus 35:35;Exodus 36:8;Exodus 36:35;Exodus 36:37;Exodus 38:18;Exodus 38:23;Exodus 39:1;Exodus 39:2;Exodus 39:3;Exodus 39:5;Exodus 39:8;Exodus 39:24