Topical Encyclopedia
Overview:Hazel is not directly mentioned as a person or place in the Bible. However, the term "hazel" is often associated with the hazel tree or its wood, which is referenced in various translations of the Bible. The hazel tree is known for its strong and flexible wood, often used in ancient times for crafting tools and weapons. In biblical symbolism, trees often represent life, growth, and stability.
Biblical References:While the Berean Standard Bible does not specifically mention "hazel," the term appears in some translations of
Genesis 30:37, where Jacob uses rods of green poplar, hazel, and chestnut to influence the breeding of Laban's flocks. The BSB translates this passage as follows:
"Then Jacob took fresh branches of poplar, almond, and plane trees, and peeled the bark, exposing the white inner wood of the branches." (
Genesis 30:37)
In this context, the hazel tree is part of a narrative involving Jacob's cunning and God's providence in blessing him with prosperity. The use of tree branches in this account highlights the significance of natural elements in God's creation and His plans.
Symbolism and Significance:In biblical symbolism, trees often represent life, wisdom, and divine provision. Although the hazel tree itself is not a central biblical symbol, its characteristics can be seen as reflecting these themes. The flexibility and strength of hazel wood may symbolize resilience and adaptability, qualities valued in biblical teachings.
Cultural and Historical Context:In ancient Near Eastern cultures, trees were often revered for their utility and beauty. The hazel tree, known for its straight and sturdy branches, was likely used for various practical purposes, including the making of staffs, rods, and other implements. This practical use underscores the biblical theme of God's provision through nature.
Theological Insights:From a theological perspective, the mention of trees and their uses in the Bible often points to God's creative power and His provision for humanity. The account of Jacob and the use of tree branches in
Genesis 30 can be seen as an example of God's sovereignty and the fulfillment of His promises, as Jacob's prosperity was ultimately part of God's covenantal plan for the patriarchs.
Conclusion:While "hazel" as a specific term does not play a prominent role in the biblical narrative, its association with trees and wood in Scripture serves as a reminder of the interconnectedness of God's creation and His ongoing provision for His people. The use of natural elements in biblical accounts often points to deeper spiritual truths and the unfolding of God's redemptive plan throughout history.
Smith's Bible Dictionary
HazelThe Hebrew termluz occurs only in (Genesis 30:37) Authorities are divided between the hazel and the almond tree as representing theluz . The latter is most probably correct.
Easton's Bible Dictionary
Hebrews luz, (
Genesis 30:37), a nutbearing tree. The Hebrew word is rendered in the Vulgate by amygdalinus, "the almond-tree," which is probably correct. That tree flourishes in Syria.
Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary
1. (
n.) A shrub or small tree of the genus Corylus, as the C. avellana, bearing a nut containing a kernel of a mild, farinaceous taste; the filbert. The American species are C. Americana, which produces the common hazelnut, and C. rostrata. See Filbert.
2. (n.) A miner's name for freestone.
3. (a.) Consisting of hazels, or of the wood of the hazel; pertaining to, or derived from, the hazel; as, a hazel wand.
4. (a.) of a light brown color, like the hazelnut.
International Standard Bible Encyclopedia
HAZELha'-z'-l (Genesis 30:37 the King James Version).
SeeALMOND.
Strong's Hebrew
3869. luz -- almond tree, almond wood...hazel. Probably of foreign origin; some kind of nut-tree, perhaps the almond --
hazel. 3868, 3869. luz. 3870 . Strong's Numbers.
Library
The Church of Notre Dame De Lorette in Paris with Its Yellow...
... The Marquis Fontenelle, seated in an attitude which suggested a languid indifference
to all persons and events, lifted his brighthazel eyes as she passed...
On Easter
... Mingled together, the willow, the fir, thehazel, the osier, [2117] the elm, the
maple, the walnut, each tree applauds, delightful with its leaves....
A Moment's Flashing Glance of Half-Amused Dismay at Angela...
... She stood hesitating, glancing at the fine, clear-cut, clean-shaven face of Fontenelle,
the broad intellectual brows, and the brillianthazel eyes with their...
No one ever Afterwards Quite Knew How the Crowd in the Church...
... Have you ever noticed it? We might almost be brothers by our looks"and also I believe
by our temperaments!". Fontenelle'shazel eyes flashed angrily....
Admiral Beechey's Account
... "The characteristic features of the Esquimaux," says Admiral Beechey, "are large
fat round faces, high cheek-bones, smallhazel eyes, eyebrows slanting like...
"God, of Thy Goodness, Give Me Thyself; --Only in Thee I have All"
... understanding. Also in this He shewed me a little thing, the quantity of an
hazel-nut, in the palm of my hand; and it was as round as a ball....
Biographical Sketch
... Brighthazel eyes, fine features, an aquiline nose, a fine forehead, and
a clear complexion combined to make his face arresting....
Care of the Speaker's Throat
... Where there is a tendency to catarrh a solution made of peroxide of hydrogen,
witch-hazel, and water, in equal parts, will prove efficacious....
On the Baptism of Christ.
... cognate and similar to the subject of our inquiry. The rod of Moses was
ahazel wand. And what is that, but common wood that every...
A Stanza of Deliverance
... As for the rod, it was probably nothing more than ahazel stick, which had been
used by Moses in walking and keeping sheep; but it pleased the Lord to make of...
Thesaurus
Hazel (1 Occurrence)... 3. (a.) Consisting of hazels, or of the wood of the
hazel; pertaining to, or derived
from, the
hazel; as, a
hazel wand.
... Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia.
HAZEL.
...Almond (7 Occurrences)
... The Hebrew word luz, translated "hazel" in the Authorized Version (Genesis 30:37),
is rendered in the Revised Version "almond." It is probable that luz denotes...
Green (72 Occurrences)
... Genesis 30:37 And Jacob took him rods of green poplar, and of thehazel and chestnut
tree; and pilled white streaks in them, and made the white appear which...
Peeling (1 Occurrence)
... Genesis 30:37 And Jacob taketh to himself a rod of fresh poplar, and of thehazel
and chesnut, and doth peel in them white peelings, making bare the white that...
Pilled (2 Occurrences)
... Genesis 30:37 And Jacob took him rods of green poplar, and of thehazel and chestnut
tree; and pilled white streaks in them, and made the white appear which...
Peelings (1 Occurrence)
... Genesis 30:37 And Jacob taketh to himself a rod of fresh poplar, and of thehazel
and chesnut, and doth peel in them white peelings, making bare the white that...
Bark (4 Occurrences)
... Genesis 30:37 And Jacob taketh to himself a rod of fresh poplar, and of thehazel
and chesnut, and doth peel in them white peelings, making bare the white that...
Chesnut (1 Occurrence)
... Genesis 30:37 And Jacob took to him rods of green poplar, and of thehazel and
chesnut-tree; and peeled white streaks in them, and made the white appear which...
Chesnut-tree (1 Occurrence)
... Genesis 30:37 And Jacob took to him rods of green poplar, and of thehazel and
chesnut-tree; and peeled white streaks in them, and made the white appear which...
Chestnut (2 Occurrences)
... Genesis 30:37 And Jacob took him rods of green poplar, and of thehazel and chestnut
tree; and pilled white streaks in them, and made the white appear which...
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