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Kernel

International Standard Bible Encyclopedia

kûr´nel ( חצנּים , ḥarcannı̄m , English Versions of the Bible "kernels"; Septuagint reads stémphullon used by Aristophanes as olives from which oil has been pressed, later, in same, of raisin pulp): Mentioned in Numbers 6:4 along with זן , zāgh , translated "husks." This translates, "kernels" or "grape stones," is from the Targum and Talmud, but is doubtful, and it may be the word should be translated "sour grapes."

Bibliography Information
Orr, James, M.A., D.D. General Editor. Entry for 'Kernel'. International Standard Bible Encyclopedia. https://www.studylight.org/​encyclopedias/​eng/​isb/​k/kernel.html. 1915.