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# cedar #
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## Definition: ##
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The term "cedar" refers to a large fir tree which normally has reddish-brown wood. Like other firs, it has cones and needle-like leaves.
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* The Old Testament often mentions cedar trees in connection with Lebanon, where they grew plentifully.
* Cedar wood was used in the construction of the Jerusalem temple.
* It was also used for sacrifices and purification offerings.
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(See also: [fir](../other/fir.md), [pure](../kt/purify.md), [sacrifice](../other/sacrifice.md), [temple](../kt/temple.md))
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## Bible References: ##
* [1 Chronicles 14:1-2](en/tn/1ch/help/14/01)
* [1 Kings 07:1-2](en/tn/1ki/help/07/01)
* [Isaiah 02:12-13](en/tn/isa/help/02/12)
* [Zechariah 11:1-3](en/tn/zec/help/11/01)