Strong’s H4844
מְרֹר
Part of speech
Noun Masculine
Transliteration
mror
Pronunciation
mah-rohr
Definition
Bitter herb
Meaning
a bitter herb
Usage
The term "maror" refers to bitter herbs used in the Jewish Passover meal, known as the Seder. It symbolizes the bitterness and harshness of the slavery that the Israelites endured in Egypt. The consumption of maror is a commanded part of the Passover ritual, serving as a tangible reminder of the suffering and subsequent deliverance of the Israelites.
Bible references
Exodus 12:8;Numbers 9:11;Lamentations 3:15