Bible Encyclopedias
Leeks
International Standard Bible Encyclopedia
lēks ( חציר , ḥācı̄r ; τὰ πράσα , tá prása ): This word, elsewhere translated "grass," is in Numbers 11:5 rendered "leeks" in all the ancient VSS , on account of its association with garlic and onions; such a use of the word occurs in the Talmud The leek (Allium porrum ) is much grown today in Palestine, while in ancient Egypt this vegetable was renowned.
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Orr, James, M.A., D.D. General Editor. Entry for 'Leeks'. International Standard Bible Encyclopedia. https://www.studylight.org/encyclopedias/eng/isb/l/leeks.html. 1915.