הַ/מֹּ֔ר
𐤄/𐤌𐤓
môr
of myrrh
An aromatic gum or resin obtained from certain plants (Commiphora species), used as a perfume, incense, or in embalming; refers to both the raw substance and preparations derived from it. In biblical contexts, môr denotes a valuable fragrance integral to ritual, cosmetic, and funerary practices. Its meaning ranges from the material myrrh itself to metaphorical uses for pleasant aromas or costly gifts.
Esther 2:12 · Word #25
Lexicon H4753
| Lemma | מֹר |
| Lemma (Paleo) | 𐤌𐤓 |
| Transliteration | môr |
| Strong's | H4753 |
| Definition | An aromatic gum or resin obtained from certain plants (Commiphora species), used as a perfume, incense, or in embalming; refers to both the raw substance and preparations derived from it. In biblical contexts, môr denotes a valuable fragrance integral to ritual, cosmetic, and funerary practices. Its meaning ranges from the material myrrh itself to metaphorical uses for pleasant aromas or costly gifts. |
Morphology HTd/Ncmsa
All morphology codes
| Part of Speech | N — Noun — A person, place, thing, or idea |
| Subtype | c — Common — Common noun |
| Gender | m — Masculine — Masculine |
| Number | s — Singular — Singular |
| State | a — Absolute — The noun stands independently |
Common Translation
| Phrase | of myrrh |
SIBI-P1 Translation H4753-01
the myrrh resin
| Morphological Notes | Noun, common masculine singular absolute with definite article (הַ + מֹר). |
| Rendering Rationale | The noun מֹר denotes the aromatic resin known as myrrh, etymologically linked to bitterness (מרר) due to its taste. The definite article הַ marks it as a specific, identifiable substance: "the myrrh resin." |
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SILEX v2
SIBI-P2 (Context-Aware)
the myrrh resin
| Same as P1 | No — adjusted for context |
| Rationale | Standardized from "of myrrh". |