Meaning & use
Algum
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A fragrant wood, likely a type of sandalwood or juniper, mentioned in the Hebrew Bible as material for musical instruments and temple construction.
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The biblical text describes King Solomon importing algum wood for the temple's pillars.
Scholars still debate exactly which tree species the ancient term 'algum' referred to.
A note on using this word
Also spelled 'almug' in some biblical passages; its exact botanical identity remains uncertain among scholars.
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