1. kussemeth, 'spelt,' a species of grain resembling wheat with shorn ears. Ezekiel 4:9 . The same word is in Exodus 9:32; Isaiah 28:25 , translated RYE.
2. qetsach, 'black cummin,' R.V. margin. This is doubtless the nigella sativa. Its small black seeds are aromatic, and are used as a condiment and a medicine. The prophet says they are beaten out with a rod. Isaiah 28:25-27 .