Strong’s H0875
בְּאֵר
Part of speech
Noun Feminine
Transliteration
er
Pronunciation
beh-ayr'
Definition
Well
Meaning
a pit, a well
Usage
The Hebrew word "בְּאֵר" (Be'er) refers to a well, typically a pit or hole dug into the ground to access water. In the arid regions of the ancient Near East, wells were vital for survival, providing water for drinking, agriculture, and livestock. The term is used both literally and metaphorically in the Bible, symbolizing life, sustenance, and sometimes spiritual insight.
Bible references
Genesis 14:10;Genesis 14:10;Genesis 16:14;Genesis 21:19;Genesis 21:25;Genesis 21:30;Genesis 24:11;Genesis 24:20;Genesis 26:15;Genesis 26:18;Genesis 26:19;Genesis 26:20;Genesis 26:21;Genesis 26:22;Genesis 26:25;Genesis 26:32;Genesis 29:2;Genesis 29:2;Genesis 29:2;Genesis 29:3;Genesis 29:3;Genesis 29:8;Genesis 29:10;Exodus 2:15;Numbers 20:17