keras <2768>
kerav keras
| Pronunciation | : | ker'-as |
| Origin | : | from a primary kar (the hair of the head) |
| Reference | : | TDNT - 3:669,428 |
| PrtSpch | : | n n (noun neuter) |
| In Greek | : | kerata 8, keratwn 2, kerav 1 |
| In NET | : | horns 10, a horn 1 |
| In AV | : | horn 11 |
| Count | : | 11 |
| Definition | : |
1) a horn 1a) of animals 1b) since animals (esp. bulls) defend themselves with their horns, the horn with the Hebrews (and other nations) is a symbol of strength and courage, and used as such in a variety of phrases 1b1) a mighty and valiant helper, the author of deliverance, of the Messiah 1c) a projecting extremity in a shape like a horn, a point, apex: as of an altar from a primary kar (the hair of the head); a horn (literally or figuratively): KJV -- horn. |
| Related Hebrew | : | - |
