Strong’s H3727

כַּפֹּרֶת

Part of speech

Noun Feminine

Transliteration

kapporeth

Pronunciation

kap-PO-reth

Definition

Mercy Seat

Meaning

a lid

Usage

The term "kapporeth" refers to the "mercy seat," which is the gold lid placed on the Ark of the Covenant. It is considered the place where God would appear and communicate with Moses, and it is central to the Day of Atonement rituals. The mercy seat symbolizes God's throne and His presence among His people, as well as His provision for atonement and reconciliation.

Bible references

Exodus 25:17;Exodus 25:18;Exodus 25:19;Exodus 25:20;Exodus 25:20;Exodus 25:21;Exodus 25:22;Exodus 26:34;Exodus 30:6;Exodus 31:7;Exodus 35:12;Exodus 37:6;Exodus 37:7;Exodus 37:8;Exodus 37:9;Exodus 37:9;Exodus 39:35;Exodus 40:20;Leviticus 16:2;Leviticus 16:2;Leviticus 16:13;Leviticus 16:14;Leviticus 16:14;Leviticus 16:15;Leviticus 16:15