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# fir, firs #
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## Definition: ##
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A fir tree is a kind of tree that stays green all year and has cones that contain seeds.
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* Fir trees are also referred to as "evergreen" trees.
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* 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.
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* Some examples of fir trees mentioned in the Bible are pine, cedar, cypress, and juniper.
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(See also: [How to Translate Unknowns](rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-unknown))
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(See also: [cedar](../other/cedar.md), [cypress](../other/cypress.md))
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## Bible References: ##
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* [Ezekiel 27:4-5](rc://en/tn/help/ezk/27/04)
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* [Isaiah 37:24-25](rc://en/tn/help/isa/37/24)
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* [Isaiah 41:19-20](rc://en/tn/help/isa/41/19)
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* [Isaiah 44:14](rc://en/tn/help/isa/44/14)
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* [Isaiah 60:12-13](rc://en/tn/help/isa/60/12)
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* [Psalms 104:16-18](rc://en/tn/help/psa/104/016)
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## Word Data:##
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* Strong's: H766, H1265, H1266
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