Original Word: מֹר
Part of Speech: Noun Masculine
Transliteration: more
Pronunciation: mohr
Phonetic Spelling: (mor)
Definition: myrrh
Meaning: Myrrh, a fragrant gum resin.

Word Origin: Derived from a root meaning "to be bitter."

Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: • G4666 (σμύρνα, smyrna): This Greek term is directly related to myrrh and is used in the New Testament to describe the gift brought by the Magi (Matthew 2:11) and the mixture offered to Jesus on the cross (Mark 15:23).

• G3464 (μύρον, myron): While not a direct translation of myrrh, this term refers to ointment or perfume, often containing myrrh, used for anointing. It is mentioned in the context of the woman anointing Jesus' feet (Luke 7:37-38).

Myrrh's presence in both the Old and New Testaments underscores its enduring significance in biblical history, symbolizing both the richness of life and the solemnity of death.

Usage: Myrrh is used in the Bible as a perfume, incense, and anointing oil. It is often associated with burial practices and is mentioned in contexts of luxury and trade.

Context: Myrrh (מֹר, mor) is a fragrant resin obtained from the Commiphora species of trees, native to regions such as Arabia and parts of Africa. In biblical times, myrrh was highly valued for its aromatic properties and was used in various religious and cultural practices.

In the Old Testament, myrrh is mentioned as one of the ingredients in the sacred anointing oil (Exodus 30:23). It was also a component of the incense used in the Tabernacle (Exodus 30:34). Myrrh's significance extends to its use in embalming and burial practices, as seen in the preparation of Jesus' body (John 19:39).

Myrrh is frequently associated with wealth and luxury. In the Song of Solomon, it is used metaphorically to describe the beauty and allure of the beloved (Song of Solomon 1:13, 4:6, 5:5). The Queen of Sheba brought myrrh as a gift to King Solomon, highlighting its value as a trade commodity (1 Kings 10:2).

In the New Testament, myrrh is notably one of the gifts presented by the Magi to the infant Jesus, symbolizing his future suffering and death (Matthew 2:11). It was also offered to Jesus mixed with wine as a form of pain relief during the crucifixion, which he refused (Mark 15:23).

Word Origin
from marar
Definition
myrrh
NASB Translation
myrrh (12).

מֹר, מוֺר noun masculine^{Song of Solomon 5:5} myrrh (from bitter taste; Assyrian murru Meissn^{Suppl. 60}; Arabic ; compare Lag^{BN 40}); — absolute מֹר Psalm 45:9 5t., מוֺר Songs 4:6 3t. Cant; construct מָרֿ Exodus 30:23; suffix מוֺרִי Songs 5:1; — myrrh (late), an Arabian gum, exuding from the bark of a tree, Balsamodendron Myrrha (see Sigismund^{Aromata 12 f.} Ri^{HWB under the word}): — as flowing, i.e. fine, choice (carefully prepared by pressing and mixing, compare Di^{Exodus 30:23} Ri^HWB): מָרדְּֿרוֺר Exodus 30:23 (see I. דְּרוֺר), ingredient of sacred oil; מוֺר עֹבֵר Songs 5:5,13 (as perfume); compare (as perfume) Songs 1:13; Songs 4:14; Songs 5:1,5; הַרהַֿמּוֺר Songs 4:6, i.e. where it is gathered; as perfume also Psalm 45:9; Proverbs 7:17, as incense מְקֻטֶּרֶת מֹר וּלְבֹנָה Songs 3:6; שֶׁמֶן הַמּוֺר as unguent Esther 2:12.

myrrh

Or mowr {more}; from marar; myrrh (as distilling in drops, and also as bitter) -- myrrh.

see HEBREW marar

הַמֹּ֔ר הַמֹּ֤ר ׀ הַמּ֔וֹר המור המר מ֗וֹר מ֣וֹר מ֥וֹר מָר־ מֹ֚ר מֹ֥ר מֹר־ מוֹר֙ מוֹרִי֙ מור מורי מר מר־ ham·mō·wr ham·mōr hamMor hammōr hammōwr mār- mō·w·rî mō·wr mor mōr mōr- moRi mōwr mōwrîInterlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel Texts