Merorim , Plural, "bitter herbs," eaten by the Israelites at the Passover ( Exodus 12:8; Numbers 9:11 ). They were bitter plants of various sorts, and referred symbolically to the oppression in Egypt. Copyright Statement
These dictionary topics are from M.G. Easton M.A., D.D., Illustrated Bible Dictionary, Third Edition, published by Thomas Nelson, 1897. Public Domain.
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Easton, Matthew George. Entry for 'Herb'. Easton's Bible Dictionary. https://www.studylight.org/dictionaries/eng/ebd/h/herb.html. 1897.