Meaning
A cedar is a large evergreen tree valued for its strong and durable wood.
Its wood has long been used for building and construction.
Biblical Usage
In Scripture, cedar refers especially to the cedars of Lebanon.
Cedar wood was used in the construction of buildings, the temple, palaces, ships, and other important structures.
Key References
- Leviticus 14:4
- Numbers 19:6
- 1 Kings 5:6
- 1 Kings 6:9-18
- Psalm 92:12
- Song of Solomon 5:15
- Isaiah 2:13
- Ezekiel 31:3
Related Terms
- Lebanon
- Tree
- Temple
- Wood
- Fir Tree