◄ 4815. meriri ►
Strong's Lexicon meriri: Bitter, bitterness Original Word: מְרִירִי Part of Speech: Adjective Transliteration: mriyriy Pronunciation: meh-ree-REE Phonetic Spelling: (mer-ee-ree') Definition: bitter, poisonous Meaning: The term מְרִירִי is an adjective that means "bitter" or "poisonous." Word Origin: Derived from the root מָרַר (marar), meaning "to be bitter." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: • While there is no direct one-to-one correspondence between Hebrew and Greek terms, the concept of bitterness in the Greek New Testament can be found in words such as πικρία (pikria • Strong's Greek 4088), which also conveys the idea of bitterness or harshness. This Greek term is used in similar contexts to describe emotional or spiritual bitterness. This entry provides a comprehensive understanding of the Hebrew term מְרִירִי, highlighting its significance in biblical literature and its implications for both physical and emotional states of bitterness. Usage: This word is used in the Hebrew Bible to describe something that is bitter or has a bitter quality, often in a metaphorical sense to describe bitterness of spirit or experience. Context: • The term מְרִירִי appears in the Hebrew Bible to convey the concept of bitterness, both in a literal and figurative sense. It is often used to describe the bitterness of life experiences or the poisonous nature of certain substances. The root מָרַר, from which מְרִירִי is derived, is frequently associated with the idea of bitterness, whether in taste or in emotional experience. • In the context of the Bible, bitterness can refer to the physical taste of something unpleasant or to the emotional state of a person who is experiencing hardship or distress. The word מְרִירִי captures this duality, emphasizing the depth of bitterness that can affect both body and soul. • The Berean Standard Bible (BSB) provides instances where this term is used to illustrate the profound impact of bitterness on individuals and communities. For example, in the context of lamentations or expressions of grief, מְרִירִי may be used to describe the intense sorrow and anguish felt by the people. • The concept of bitterness is also linked to the idea of poison, suggesting that bitterness can be destructive and harmful, much like a toxic substance. This metaphorical use underscores the potential for bitterness to corrode relationships and spiritual well-being. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Origin from marar Definition bitter NASB Translation bitter (1). Brown-Driver-Briggs [מְרִירִי] adjective bitter; — ׳קֶטֶב מ Deuteronomy 32:24 bitter destruction. (On Job 3:5 see כִּמְרִיר below II. כמר ). Strong's Exhaustive Concordance bitter From marar; bitter, i.e. Poisonous -- bitter. see HEBREW marar Forms and Transliterations מְרִירִ֑י מרירי mə·rî·rî meriRi mərîrî Links Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel Texts Englishman's Concordance Deuteronomy 32:24 HEB: רֶ֖שֶׁף וְקֶ֣טֶב מְרִירִ֑י וְשֶׁן־ בְּהֵמוֹת֙ NAS: by plague And bitter destruction; KJV: with burning heat, and with bitter destruction: INT: plague destruction and bitter and the teeth of beasts 1 Occurrence Strong's Hebrew 4815 1 Occurrence mə·rî·rî — 1 Occ.