Strong’s H3649
כָּמָר
Part of speech
Noun Masculine
Transliteration
kamar
Pronunciation
koh'-mer
Definition
Priest, idolatrous priest
Meaning
an ascetic, an idolatrous priest
Usage
The term "komer" is used in the Hebrew Bible to refer specifically to priests who serve in idolatrous or pagan religious practices. It is distinct from the Hebrew word "kohen," which refers to priests serving in the worship of Yahweh. The usage of "komer" often carries a negative connotation, highlighting the deviation from the worship of the one true God.
Bible references
2 Kings 23:5;Hosea 10:5;Zephaniah 1:4