נֵ֠זֶר
𐤍𐤆𐤓
nezer
consecration
A consecrated or dedicated object or state, usually marking separation for a special purpose. In ritual contexts, it denotes a sacred status, most often physical objects or persons set apart for the deity. In practical usage, it refers to (1) the uncut hair of a Nazirite during their vow, (2) sacred diadems or crowns worn by high priests or kings, and (3) a symbolic status of consecration or holiness. The word emphasizes the idea of being set aside, either as a marker of dedication (e.g., the Nazirite's uncut hair), or as a tangible emblem of honored and sanctified status (e.g., crown or diadem).
Leviticus 21:12 · Word #11
Lexicon H5145
| Lemma | נֶזֶר |
| Lemma (Paleo) | 𐤍𐤆𐤓 |
| Transliteration | nezer |
| Strong's | H5145 |
| Definition | A consecrated or dedicated object or state, usually marking separation for a special purpose. In ritual contexts, it denotes a sacred status, most often physical objects or persons set apart for the deity. In practical usage, it refers to (1) the uncut hair of a Nazirite during their vow, (2) sacred diadems or crowns worn by high priests or kings, and (3) a symbolic status of consecration or holiness. The word emphasizes the idea of being set aside, either as a marker of dedication (e.g., the Nazirite's uncut hair), or as a tangible emblem of honored and sanctified status (e.g., crown or diadem). |
Morphology HNcmsc
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 | c — Construct — The noun is bound to the following word |
Common Translation
| Phrase | consecration |
SIBI-P1 Translation H5145-02
consecration-of
| Morphological Notes | Noun, masculine singular, construct state. |
| Rendering Rationale | The noun derives from נזר, meaning to dedicate or set apart, and denotes that which is set apart or the state of consecration. As masculine singular in the construct state, it is rendered with "-of" to reflect its bound relationship to a following noun. |
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