Strong's Lexicon karkom: Saffron Original Word: כַּרְכֹּם Word Origin: Derived from a Semitic root related to the Arabic "kurkum," which refers to saffron. Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: There is no direct Greek equivalent in Strong's Concordance for "karkom," as it is a specific Hebrew term for saffron. However, Greek references to spices and aromatic plants can be found in entries like Strong's Greek 1492 (eidō) for "to know" or "to perceive," which may relate to the sensory experience of spices. Usage: The term "karkom" refers to saffron, a spice derived from the flower of Crocus sativus. In the Bible, it is used to describe one of the spices or plants in the Song of Solomon, highlighting its value and aromatic properties. Cultural and Historical Background: Saffron has been prized since ancient times for its vibrant color, distinct flavor, and medicinal properties. It was used in cooking, as a dye, and in perfumes. In the ancient Near East, saffron was considered a luxury item, often associated with wealth and opulence. Its cultivation and trade were significant in regions such as Persia and India, and it was a symbol of beauty and love in various cultures. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originof uncertain derivation Definition saffron NASB Translation saffron (1). Brown-Driver-Briggs כַּרְכֹּם noun [masculine] saffron (crocus sativus) (Late Hebrew id.; and verb denominative כִּרְכֵּם; Hithpa`el grow yellow, pale; Aramaic כּוּרְכְּמָא,  Arabic  = κρόκος, crocus; LagGes. Abh. 58, No. 147; so also JHMordtsab Denkm. 83 f.; otherwise DHMib., who compare Sabean כמכם, Arabic  = Greek κάγκαμον); — Songs 4:14; on meaning see especially LöwNo. 162. Strong's Exhaustive Concordance saffron Probably of foreign origin; the crocus -- saffron. Forms and Transliterations וְכַרְכֹּ֗ם וכרכם vecharKom wə·ḵar·kōm wəḵarkōmLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance Songs 4:14 HEB: נֵ֣רְדְּ ׀ וְכַרְכֹּ֗ם קָנֶה֙ וְקִנָּמ֔וֹן NAS: Nard and saffron, calamus KJV: Spikenard and saffron; calamus INT: Nard and saffron calamus and cinnamon 1 Occurrence |
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