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Almug Trees

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Almug trees were valuable imported trees or wood used in Solomon’s temple, palace, and musical instruments. They are also called algum trees.

Definition

Almug trees are the valuable trees or wood also called algum. They were imported for Solomon’s temple, palace, and musical instruments.

Biblical Usage

Their biblical association is with Solomon’s building projects and the manufacture of musical instruments.

Historical Background

The sources identify “almug trees” with the entry for Algum or Almug trees, indicating that the two names refer to the same material.

Related Figures

Historical Bible Dictionaries

Smith's Bible Dictionary
[Algum Or Almug Trees TREES]
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