What is…
calamus

This is the Latin name for cane or reed, Hebrew: קָנֶה, transliterated as kaneh (also spelled kawneh or qaneh). The Latin name comes from the Greek word κάλαμος (kalamos).

This refers the source of one of the sweet scents used by the Israelites and sold in the markets of Tyre (Ezek. 27:19 KJV).

Kaneh is mentioned as one of the ingredients in the holy anointing oil. The Latin word “calamus” is used in Exodus 30:23 KJV and NIV, Ezekiel 27:19 KJV, and Song of Solomon 4:14 KJV.

Most modern Bible translations stick with English word “cane”…
“fragrant cane” —Exodus 30:23 NASB, LSB
“aromatic cane” —Exodus 30:23 ESV

More information

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