# fir #

## Definition: ##

The term "fir" refers to a kind of tree that stays green all year long and that has cones containing seeds. 

* Fir trees are also referred to as "evergreen" trees.
* In ancient times, the wood of fir trees was used for making musical instruments and for building structures such as boats, houses, and the temple.
* Some examples of fir trees mentioned in the Bible are pine, cedar, cypress, and juniper.

(See also: [How to Translate Unknowns](https://git.door43.org/Door43/en-ta-translate-vol1/src/master/content/translate_unknown.md))

(See also: [cedar](../other/cedar.md) **·** [cypress](../other/cypress.md))

## Bible References: ##

* [Ezekiel 27:4-5](https://door43.org/en/bible/notes/ezk/27/04)
* [Isaiah 37:24-25](https://door43.org/en/bible/notes/isa/37/24)
* [Isaiah 41:19-20](https://door43.org/en/bible/notes/isa/41/19)
* [Isaiah 44:14](https://door43.org/en/bible/notes/isa/44/14)
* [Isaiah 60:12-13](https://door43.org/en/bible/notes/isa/60/12)
* [Psalms 104:16-18](https://door43.org/en/bible/notes/psa/104/016)