Hebrew · H2091, G5553 · unreviewed

זָהָב

Gold , figuratively, something gold-colored (i.e. yellow), as oil , a clear sky · gold

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זָהָב H2091 gold , figuratively, something gold-colored (i.e. yellow), as oil , a clear sky
Pronunciation zāhāb
Precious metal whose radiant yellow hue extends metaphorically to represent divine wealth, beauty, and covenant value throughout Scripture.
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χρυσίον G5553 gold
Pronunciation chrysíon
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What does זָהָב (zahav) mean in the Bible?

זָהָב · χρυσίον is a Hebrew word meaning "gold, precious metal, wealth".

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Meaning

gold, precious metal, wealth
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