Bible Dictionary
Apple
The biblical apple was a fragrant fruit or tree, possibly an apricot, quince, citron, or another local species rather than the modern apple. Scripture praises its beauty, fragrance, and refreshing fruit, and uses “apple of the eye” for the pupil.
Biblical Usage
The apple tree and its fruit are associated with beauty, fragrance, delight, and refreshment in Joel and the Song of Solomon. The apple of the eye denotes the pupil, or little manikin, of the eye.
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