אָגוּר (a.gur)
a.gur
Agur
N:N-M-PQuick Reference
- Language
- Biblical Hebrew
- Testament
- Old Testament
- Occurrences
- 1 verses
- Root
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- Part of speech
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Word Overview
אָגוּר (a.gur) is a proper name appearing only once in the Hebrew Bible, at the beginning of Proverbs 30:1. The text identifies him as "the son of Jakeh," serving as the attributed author or compiler of the collection of sayings that follows in chapters 30 through 32.
Lexicographers offer two primary interpretations for the meaning of this name. Some suggest it derives from a root meaning "to gather," which would fit his role as someone who collected wisdom. Others propose it may mean "hireling" or "sojourner," potentially describing his social status or condition as an outsider.
Regardless of its precise etymology, the name anchors this section of Scripture in a specific human voice. The brevity of the reference highlights that the wisdom contained within these verses is presented as the personal reflection of one man, Agur, rather than anonymous folklore.
Based on public-domain lexicons (Strong's, Thayer, Gesenius, Brown-Driver-Briggs and others).
What This Word Means for Your Faith
Agur appears only once in Scripture, yet his brief introduction carries weight. He identifies himself as the son of Jakeh, gathering wisdom not from a throne room but from personal reflection. This reminds us that God’s truth is not reserved for the powerful or the polished. It is accessible to anyone willing to listen and learn.
His name may mean 'gatherer' or 'sojourner,' suggesting a life of seeking rather than possessing. In a world that often values status, Agur models humility. He presents his insights as a revelation received, not wisdom earned by human effort alone. This invites us to approach Scripture with similar openness.
When we read his words, we join a long line of believers who have found comfort in simple, honest faith. Agur’s legacy is not in his name but in the truth he preserved. May you find encouragement in knowing that your own questions and reflections are valued by God too.
How it's translated
How this word is rendered word-by-word in the 1 verses where it appears, by frequency.
- Agur1×
Forms in the text
The inflected forms of this word as they appear in Scripture, by frequency.
- אָג֥וּר1×
Key Verses
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Proverbs 30:1
The words of Agur the son of Jakeh, the revelation: the man says to Ithiel, to Ithiel and Ucal:
This verse introduces Agur as the human voice behind a collection of wisdom, grounding divine revelation in personal experience.