Strong’s H5139

נָזִיר

Part of speech

Noun Masculine

Transliteration

naziyr

Pronunciation

naw-zeer'

Definition

Nazirite, one who is consecrated or set apart

Meaning

separate, consecrated, an unpruned vine

Usage

The term "nazir" refers to an individual who has taken a Nazirite vow, a special vow of consecration to the LORD. This vow involves abstaining from wine and other products derived from grapes, refraining from cutting one's hair, and avoiding contact with dead bodies to maintain ritual purity. The vow could be for a specific period or for a lifetime, as seen in the cases of Samson and Samuel.

Bible references

Genesis 49:26;Leviticus 25:5;Leviticus 25:11;Numbers 6:2;Numbers 6:13;Numbers 6:18;Numbers 6:19;Numbers 6:20;Numbers 6:21;Deuteronomy 33:16;Judges 13:5;Judges 13:7;Judges 16:17;Lamentations 4:7;Amos 2:11;Amos 2:12