Strong’s H1483

גּוּר

Part of speech

Proper Name Location

Transliteration

Guwr

Pronunciation

goor

Definition

To sojourn, to dwell as a foreigner, to reside temporarily

Meaning

Gur

Usage

The Hebrew verb "Gur" primarily means to sojourn or to dwell temporarily in a place as a foreigner or stranger. It conveys the idea of living in a land that is not one's own, often with a sense of being an outsider or without permanent status. This term is frequently used in the context of the Israelites' experiences in foreign lands, as well as in the broader context of individuals or groups living among people who are not their kin.

Bible references

2 Kings 9:27