Strong's Lexicon qetsach: Black cumin Original Word: קֶצַח Word Origin: Derived from an unused root meaning to scrape off or peel Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: There is no direct Greek equivalent for "qetsach" in the Strong's Greek Dictionary, as it is a specific Hebrew term related to agricultural practices unique to the Hebrew Bible. Usage: The term "qetsach" refers to a plant known as black cumin, which is used for its seeds. In the context of the Bible, it is mentioned in relation to agricultural practices and the wisdom of God in providing knowledge for farming. Cultural and Historical Background: Black cumin (Nigella sativa) is a flowering plant native to the Mediterranean region. Its seeds have been used since ancient times for culinary and medicinal purposes. In biblical times, black cumin was valued for its flavor and health benefits. It was often used as a spice and was known for its aromatic properties. The process of harvesting and threshing black cumin was different from that of other grains, reflecting the diverse agricultural practices in ancient Israel. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom an unused word Definition black cumin NASB Translation dill (3). Brown-Driver-Briggs קֶ֫צַח noun masculineIsaiah 28:27 black cumin (Nigella sativa Linn.; ᵐ5 μελάνθιον, ᵑ9, gith id.; compare TrNHB 444; Smith DB 2nd ed. FITCHES PostHastings DB ID.); — plant with small black acrid seeds, used as condiment: absolute ׳ק Isaiah 28:25,27 (twice in verse). Strong's Exhaustive Concordance fitches From an unused root apparently meaning to incise; fennelflower (from its pungency) -- fitches. Forms and Transliterations קֶ֔צַח קֶ֖צַח קצח Ketzach qe·ṣaḥ qeṣaḥLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance Isaiah 28:25 HEB: פָנֶ֔יהָ וְהֵפִ֥יץ קֶ֖צַח וְכַמֹּ֣ן יִזְרֹ֑ק NAS: And sow dill and scatter KJV: thereof, doth he not cast abroad the fitches, and scatter INT: surface and sow dill cummin and scatter Isaiah 28:27 Isaiah 28:27 3 Occurrences |
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