Strong’s H8182

שֹׁעָר

Part of speech

Adjective

Transliteration

sho`ar

Pronunciation

sho-ahr

Definition

Gatekeeper, doorkeeper

Meaning

harsh, horrid, offensive

Usage

The term "shoar" refers to a gatekeeper or doorkeeper, an individual responsible for overseeing the entrance to a city, temple, or palace. This role was crucial in ancient times for maintaining security and order, controlling who was allowed to enter or exit a particular area.

Bible references

Jeremiah 29:17