Strong’s H2691

חָצֵר

Part of speech

Noun Masculine

Transliteration

chatser

Pronunciation

khaw-tsare'

Definition

Court, enclosure, village, settlement

Meaning

a yard, a hamlet

Usage

The Hebrew word "chatser" primarily refers to an enclosed space or courtyard. It is used to describe various types of enclosures, including those found in domestic, religious, and communal settings. In the context of the tabernacle and temple, "chatser" often refers to the outer court where people gathered for worship and sacrifices. It can also denote a village or settlement, indicating a group of dwellings surrounded by a protective barrier.

Bible references

Genesis 25:16;Exodus 8:13;Exodus 27:9;Exodus 27:9;Exodus 27:12;Exodus 27:13;Exodus 27:16;Exodus 27:17;Exodus 27:18;Exodus 27:19;Exodus 35:17;Exodus 35:17;Exodus 35:18;Exodus 38:9;Exodus 38:9;Exodus 38:15;Exodus 38:16;Exodus 38:17;Exodus 38:18;Exodus 38:18;Exodus 38:20;Exodus 38:31;Exodus 38:31;Exodus 38:31;Exodus 39:40