Strong’s H5601
סַפִּיר
Part of speech
Noun Masculine
Transliteration
cappiyr
Pronunciation
sah-peer'
Definition
Sapphire
Meaning
a gem, the sapphire
Usage
The Hebrew word "sappir" refers to a precious gemstone, traditionally identified as sapphire. In the biblical context, sappir is often associated with beauty, value, and divine presence. It is used to describe the appearance of God's throne and the foundation stones of the New Jerusalem.
Bible references
Exodus 24:10;Exodus 28:18;Exodus 39:11;Job 28:6;Job 28:16;Songs 5:14;Isaiah 54:11;Lamentations 4:7;Ezekiel 1:26;Ezekiel 10:1;Ezekiel 28:13