עֹשֶׁר
Wealth
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What does עֹשֶׁר (osher) mean in the Bible?
עֹשֶׁר (osher) is a Hebrew word meaning "wealth". wealth BDB: riches Usage: × far (richer), riches. The proverb contrasts material wealth with the greater value of honor.
Meaning
Wealth viewed as accumulated possessions; often carries theological ambivalence regarding trust and spiritual faithfulness in OT
wealth BDB: riches Usage: × far (richer), riches.
Why This Word Matters
The proverb contrasts material wealth with the greater value of honor. Proverbs 11:16
The term represents the false security people often place in possessions. Proverbs 11:4
Grammatical Forms
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Biblical Occurrences
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