What does יָקָר · πολυτελής mean in the Bible?
יָקָר · πολυτελής is a Hebrew phrase meaning "valuable or costly".
Hebrew · H3368, G4185
יָקָר
Valuable (objectively or subjectively) · extremely expensive
Reading a lexicon entry
What this page is: Each lexicon entry shows the original Hebrew or Greek word behind the English translation: its meaning, its range of use, and where it appears in Scripture.
Strong's number: The Strong's code (H- or G-) is the standard reference number for this word. It connects this entry to chapter and passage language tabs.
Where it appears: The witness passages show where this word is used in context. Click any to open the study page for that passage.
This lexicon entry is part of our ongoing editorial review. If you notice missing content, unclear wording, or a possible correction, please send us a note through theConnect page. Screenshots are helpful.
Words in this compound — expand to study each participant
יָקָרH3368valuable (objectively or subjectively)
Pronunciationyāqār
Denotes objective worth or subjective esteem; ranges from material preciousness to honor and reputation.
Open lexicon entry →πολυτελήςG4185extremely expensive
Pronunciationpolytelḗs
Costly luxury item commanding high price; used metaphorically for spiritual beauty surpassing material value.
Open lexicon entry →What does יָקָר (yaqar) mean in the Bible?
יָקָר · πολυτελής is a Hebrew phrase meaning "valuable or costly".
Full entry for יָקָר (H3368, G4185) · Open the biblical lexicon
Questions this entry answers
How many biblical occurrences are listed for H3368, G4185?
H3368, G4185 is connected to 36 lexical occurrence verses in the lexicon data.
Evidence Summary
Hebrew phrase. valuable or costly
Strong'sH3368, G4185
Lexical occurrences36 versesSource Gloss
valuable or costly
Grammatical Forms
How this word appears across different grammatical cases and numbers.