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ash, ashes
Facts:
The term “ash” (or “ashes”) refers to the grey powdery substance that is left behind after wood is burned.
- In ancient times, sitting in ashes was a sign of mourning or grieving. When grieving, it was the custom to wear rough, scratchy sackcloth and sit in ashes or put ashes on the head.
- Putting ashes on the head was also a sign of humiliation or embarrassment.
- An “ash heap” is a pile of ashes.
- Sometimes the word “dust” is used with the term “ashes” in the phrase, “dust and ashes.” This phrase can be translated as “dust and ashes” or simply as “ashes.”
- When translating “ashes,” use the word in the target language that refers to the burned-up remains after wood has burned.
Bible References:
Word Data:
- Strong’s: H80, H665, H1854, H6083, H6368, H7834, G2868, G4700, G5077, G5522