Strong's H821 · Hebrew
אַשְׁמֻרָה
ʼashmurâh · /ash-moo-raw'/
Definition
a night watch
KJV: watch.
Root / derivation: or אַשׁמוּרָה; or אַשׁמֹרֶת; (feminine) from H8104 (שָׁמַר);
KJV usage breakdown
How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered אַשְׁמֻרָה across 7 verses.
Every occurrence (KJV)
7 verses use this word, grouped by book — the translated form is highlighted.
Psalms3 verses
When I remember thee upon my bed, and meditate on thee in the night watches.
Psalms 90:4For a thousand years in thy sight are but as yesterday when it is past, and as a watch in the night. when: or, when he hath passed them
Psalms 119:148Mine eyes prevent the night watches, that I might meditate in thy word.
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Frequently asked questions
What does Strong's H821 (ʼashmurâh) mean?
a night watch
How many times does H821 appear in the Bible?
Strong's H821 (אַשְׁמֻרָה) appears in 7 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “watch.”
How is ʼashmurâh translated in the KJV?
In the KJV, Strong's H821 is rendered as “watch” (4×), “watches” (3×).
Where does the Hebrew word אַשְׁמֻרָה come from?
or אַשׁמוּרָה; or אַשׁמֹרֶת; (feminine) from H8104 (שָׁמַר);