Hebrew · H8336, G1039 · unreviewed

שֵׁשׁ

Bleached stuff, i.e. white linen or (by analogy) marble · made of linen (neuter a linen cloth)

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שֵׁשׁ H8336 bleached stuff, i.e. white linen or (by analogy) marble
Pronunciation šēš
Fine white fabric or marble, prized for purity and luxury in tabernacle and royal contexts
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βύσσινος G1039 made of linen (neuter a linen cloth)
Pronunciation býssinos
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What does שֵׁשׁ (shesh) mean in the Bible?

שֵׁשׁ · βύσσινος is a Hebrew word meaning "fine linen fabric used for high-quality garments".

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Meaning

fine linen fabric used for high-quality garments
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