Original Word: תֵּרַע
Part of Speech: Noun Masculine
Transliteration: tera
Pronunciation: tay-rah
Phonetic Spelling: (ter-ah')
Definition: Gate, entrance
Meaning: a door, a palace

Word Origin: Derived from an unused root meaning to break or shatter.

Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: The Greek equivalent often used in the Septuagint for "gate" is πυλών (pylon), Strong's Greek 4439, which also refers to a gate or entrance.

Usage: The Hebrew word "tera" is used to denote a gate or entrance, often referring to the physical structure that serves as a point of entry or exit. In biblical contexts, gates were significant as they were places of gathering, judgment, and commerce. They symbolized access and authority, often serving as the location for important city functions and decisions.

Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient Israelite society, city gates were more than just physical barriers; they were central to community life. Gates were places where elders sat to administer justice, where prophets proclaimed messages, and where merchants conducted trade. The gate was a symbol of strength and protection for a city, and its condition often reflected the city's status and security.

Word Origin
(Aramaic) corresponding to shaar
Definition
gate, door
NASB Translation
court (1), door (1).

gate mouth

(Aramaic) corresponding to sha'ar; a door; by implication, a palace -- gate mouth.

see HEBREW sha'ar

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