# fir, firs

## Definition:

A fir tree is a kind of tree that stays green all year and has cones that contain seeds. 

* Fir trees are also referred to as “evergreen” trees.
* In ancient times, the wood of fir trees was used for making musical instruments and for building structures such as boats, houses, and the temple.
* Some examples of fir trees mentioned in the Bible are pine, cedar, cypress, and juniper.

(See also: [How to Translate Unknowns](rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-unknown))

(See also: [cedar](../other/cedar.md), [cypress](../other/cypress.md))

## Bible References:

* [Ezekiel 27:4-5](rc://en/tn/help/ezk/27/04)
* [Isaiah 37:24-25](rc://en/tn/help/isa/37/24)
* [Isaiah 41:19-20](rc://en/tn/help/isa/41/19)
* [Isaiah 44:14](rc://en/tn/help/isa/44/14)
* [Isaiah 60:12-13](rc://en/tn/help/isa/60/12)
* [Psalms 104:16-18](rc://en/tn/help/psa/104/016)

## Word Data:

* Strong’s: H766, H1265, H1266
