ΜΥΡΣΙΝΗΣ, μυρσινης
MYRSINĒS, myrsinēs
Sounds Like: moor-SEE-nays
Translations: of myrtle, a myrtle
From the root: ΜΥΡΣΙΝΗ
Part of Speech: Noun
Explanation: This word refers to the myrtle tree or shrub, known for its fragrant leaves and white flowers. It is often associated with peace, love, and prosperity in ancient cultures. In the provided context, it is used to describe a material used for decoration, specifically for garlands or wreaths.
Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Feminine
Strong’s number: G3465 (Lookup on BibleHub)
Instances
Aristeas
- Aristeas’ Letter to Philocrates — 1:79
Codex Sinaiticus
- 2 Esdras — 18:15
Josephus' Antiquities of the Jews
- Book 3 — 10:245
Swete's Recension of the Greek Septuagint
- Nehemiah — 8:15
From the same root
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