Strong’s H0877

בֹּאר

Part of speech

Noun Masculine

Transliteration

bo'r

Pronunciation

bohr

Definition

Pit, cistern, well, dungeon

Meaning

a cistern

Usage

The Hebrew word "bor" primarily refers to a pit or a cistern, often used for storing water. It can also denote a dungeon or a prison, emphasizing a place of confinement or entrapment. In the biblical context, "bor" is used both literally and metaphorically to describe physical pits or spiritual and emotional states of despair.

Bible references

2 Samuel 23:15;2 Samuel 23:16;Jeremiah 2:13;Jeremiah 2:13