Strong’s H3954
לֶקֶשׁ
Part of speech
Noun Masculine
Transliteration
leqesh
Pronunciation
leh'-kesh
Definition
Latter growth, late crop, spring crop
Meaning
the after crop
Usage
The term "leqesh" refers to the latter growth or the late crop, particularly the spring crop that follows the early rains in the agricultural cycle of ancient Israel. It is associated with the final harvest of the season, which was crucial for sustaining the community until the next harvest.
Bible references
Amos 7:1;Amos 7:1