Original Word: מִזְרַע
Part of Speech: Noun Masculine
Transliteration: mizra
Pronunciation: miz-rah'
Phonetic Spelling: (miz-raw')
Definition: Sowing, seedtime
Meaning: a planted field

Word Origin: Derived from the root זָרַע (zara), meaning "to sow" or "to scatter seed."

Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: The Greek equivalent often associated with the concept of sowing is σπείρω (speirō), Strong's Greek #4687, which also means "to sow" or "to scatter seed."

Usage: The term "mizra" refers to the act of sowing or the time designated for planting seeds. It is often used in the context of agriculture, which was a central aspect of life in ancient Israel. The concept of sowing is frequently employed metaphorically in the Bible to describe the spreading of ideas, actions, or spiritual truths.

Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient Israel, agriculture was a primary occupation, and the success of crops was crucial for survival. The sowing season was a time of hope and anticipation, as the yield of the harvest depended on the quality of the sowing. The Israelites were deeply connected to the land, and agricultural metaphors were commonly used to convey spiritual truths. The practice of sowing was not only a physical act but also held spiritual significance, symbolizing the planting of God's word in the hearts of His people.

Word Origin
from zara
Definition
place of sowing
NASB Translation
sown fields (1).

[מִזְרָע] noun [masculine] place of sowing, seed-land, only construct כֹּל מִזְרַע יְאוֺר Isaiah 19:7 ("" עָרוֺת יְאוֺר); > Du who translates seed (compare מאכל etc.) on accusative of following verb נִדַּף.

II. זרע (compare Arabic stretch out, extend, especially arm or leg; power, forearm).

thing sown

From zara'; a planted field -- thing sown.

see HEBREW zara'

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