Strong’s H2206

זָקָן

Part of speech

Noun Masculine

Transliteration

zaqan

Pronunciation

zah-KAHN

Definition

Beard

Meaning

the beard

Usage

The Hebrew word "zaqan" refers to the beard, a significant feature of a man's face in ancient Hebrew culture. It is often associated with maturity, wisdom, and honor. The beard was considered a symbol of manhood and dignity, and its treatment was subject to various cultural and religious norms.

Bible references

Leviticus 13:29;Leviticus 13:30;Leviticus 14:9;Leviticus 19:27;Leviticus 21:5;1 Samuel 17:35;1 Samuel 21:14;2 Samuel 10:4;2 Samuel 10:5;2 Samuel 20:9;1 Chronicles 19:5;Ezra 9:3;Psalm 133:2;Psalm 133:2;Isaiah 7:20;Isaiah 15:2;Jeremiah 41:5;Jeremiah 48:37;Ezekiel 5:1