Strong’s H6083

עָפָר

Part of speech

Noun Masculine

Transliteration

`aphar

Pronunciation

ah-far

Definition

Dust, ashes, earth, ground, powder

Meaning

dust, clay, earth, mud

Usage

The Hebrew word "aphar" primarily refers to dust or fine particles of earth. It is used in the Bible to denote the material from which humans were created, symbolizing mortality and humility. "Aphar" can also represent ashes, often used in contexts of mourning or repentance. Additionally, it signifies the ground or earth, emphasizing the connection between humanity and the created world.

Bible references

Genesis 2:7;Genesis 3:14;Genesis 3:19;Genesis 3:19;Genesis 13:16;Genesis 13:16;Genesis 18:27;Genesis 26:15;Genesis 28:14;Exodus 8:16;Exodus 8:17;Exodus 8:17;Leviticus 14:41;Leviticus 14:42;Leviticus 14:45;Leviticus 17:13;Numbers 5:17;Numbers 19:17;Numbers 23:10;Deuteronomy 9:21;Deuteronomy 9:21;Deuteronomy 28:24;Deuteronomy 32:24;Joshua 7:6;1 Samuel 2:8