Strong’s H6331

פוּר

Part of speech

Verb

Transliteration

puwr

Pronunciation

poor

Definition

Lot

Meaning

to crush

Usage

The Hebrew word "pur" refers to a lot, a method used in ancient times to make decisions or determine fate. It is most notably associated with the casting of lots to discern divine will or to make choices in situations where human judgment was insufficient or impartiality was required.

Bible references

Psalm 33:10;Psalm 89:33;Ezekiel 17:19