Strong’s H3836

לָבָן

Part of speech

Adjective

Transliteration

laban

Pronunciation

lah-VAHN

Definition

White

Meaning

white

Usage

The Hebrew word "laban" primarily means "white" and is used in the Bible to describe the color of various objects, such as snow, wool, and leprosy spots. It often symbolizes purity, cleanliness, and holiness, reflecting the cultural and religious significance of the color white in ancient Israelite society.

Bible references

Genesis 30:35;Genesis 30:37;Genesis 30:37;Genesis 49:12;Exodus 16:31;Leviticus 13:3;Leviticus 13:4;Leviticus 13:4;Leviticus 13:10;Leviticus 13:10;Leviticus 13:13;Leviticus 13:16;Leviticus 13:17;Leviticus 13:19;Leviticus 13:19;Leviticus 13:20;Leviticus 13:21;Leviticus 13:24;Leviticus 13:24;Leviticus 13:25;Leviticus 13:26;Leviticus 13:38;Leviticus 13:39;Leviticus 13:42;Leviticus 13:43