Topical Encyclopedia The cypress tree, known for its durability and beauty, is mentioned several times in the Bible, often symbolizing strength and longevity. The Hebrew word for cypress, "berosh," is sometimes translated as "fir" or "pine" in various Bible versions, but it is generally understood to refer to the cypress tree.Biblical References: 1. Isaiah 41:19 : "I will plant in the wilderness the cedar, the acacia, the myrtle, and the olive; I will set in the desert the cypress, the plane tree, and the pine." In this passage, the cypress is listed among other trees that God will plant in the wilderness, symbolizing restoration and the flourishing of God's people. 2. Isaiah 60:13 : "The glory of Lebanon will come to you—its cypress, elm, and boxwood together—to adorn the place of My sanctuary, and I will glorify the place of My feet." Here, the cypress is part of the glory of Lebanon, used to beautify the sanctuary of the Lord, indicating its value and significance in worship and divine presence. 3. Ezekiel 27:5 : "They constructed all your planking with cypress from Senir. They took a cedar from Lebanon to make a mast for you." This verse describes the construction of Tyre's ships, using cypress wood for planking, highlighting its strength and suitability for building. 4. 1 Kings 5:8-10 : "Then Hiram sent a reply to Solomon, saying: 'I have received your message; I will do all you desire regarding the cedar and cypress timber. My servants will bring the logs down from Lebanon to the sea, and I will make them into rafts to go by sea to the place you indicate to me. There I will break them apart, and you can take them away. And you will fulfill my desire by providing food for my household.' So Hiram provided Solomon with all the cedar and cypress timber he wanted." This passage recounts the agreement between King Solomon and King Hiram of Tyre for the supply of cypress and cedar wood for the construction of the Temple, underscoring the cypress's importance in sacred architecture. 5. 2 Chronicles 2:8 : "Send me also cedar, cypress, and algum logs from Lebanon, for I know that your servants have skill to cut timber there. My servants will work with yours." Solomon's request for cypress wood, along with cedar and algum, for the building of the Temple and his palace, further emphasizes its esteemed status and utility. Symbolism and Usage: The cypress tree is often associated with strength, resilience, and eternal life due to its evergreen nature. Its wood was highly valued in ancient times for construction, particularly in sacred and royal buildings, reflecting its symbolic connection to divine and royal authority. The use of cypress in the Temple and other significant structures highlights its role in the worship and glorification of God. In biblical literature, the cypress serves as a metaphor for God's provision and the flourishing of His people, as seen in prophetic visions of restoration and blessing. Its presence in the wilderness and the sanctuary signifies transformation and the beauty of God's creation. Nave's Topical Index Isaiah 44:14He hews him down cedars, and takes the cypress and the oak, which he strengthens for himself among the trees of the forest: he plants an ash, and the rain does nourish it. Nave's Topical Index Library Chapter xxi The First Chaldaean Empire and the Hyksos in Egypt The Rise of the Assyrian Empire Resources What is gopher wood? | GotQuestions.orgWhat is the significance of Cyprus in the Bible? | GotQuestions.org What is the significance of the land of Gilead in the Bible? | GotQuestions.org Cypress: Dictionary and Thesaurus | Clyx.com Bible Concordance • Bible Dictionary • Bible Encyclopedia • Topical Bible • Bible Thesuarus |
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