Strong’s H2233
זֶרַע
Part of speech
Noun Masculine
Transliteration
zera`
Pronunciation
ZEHR-ah
Definition
Seed, offspring, descendants, posterity
Meaning
seed, fruit, plant, sowing-time, posterity
Usage
The Hebrew word "zera" primarily refers to seed in both a literal and metaphorical sense. Literally, it denotes the seed of plants, as used in agricultural contexts. Metaphorically, it extends to mean offspring or descendants, emphasizing lineage and posterity. This dual usage underscores the concept of continuity and the transmission of life, both physically and spiritually.
Bible references
Genesis 1:11;Genesis 1:11;Genesis 1:12;Genesis 1:12;Genesis 1:29;Genesis 1:29;Genesis 3:15;Genesis 3:15;Genesis 4:25;Genesis 7:3;Genesis 8:22;Genesis 9:9;Genesis 12:7;Genesis 13:15;Genesis 13:16;Genesis 13:16;Genesis 15:3;Genesis 15:5;Genesis 15:13;Genesis 15:18;Genesis 16:10;Genesis 17:7;Genesis 17:7;Genesis 17:8;Genesis 17:9