אָרַג
To plait or weave
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What does אָרַג (ʾārag) mean in the Bible?
אָרַג (ʾārag) is a Hebrew word meaning "to plait or weave". to plait or weave BDB: weave Usage: weaver(-r).
Meaning
Craft skill of interlacing threads; metaphorically describes intricate human designs or cunning arrangements
to plait or weave BDB: weave Usage: weaver(-r).
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