Words & expressions
Corban
A Hebrew and Aramaic term for something presented or dedicated as an offering.
Also called · korban
What it means
A Hebrew and Aramaic term for something presented or dedicated as an offering.
It can refer broadly to gifts brought near for worship. In Mark, people use a declaration of dedication to restrict ordinary use of property.
How it appears in the Bible
Jesus criticizes using that declaration as a way to avoid the duty of supporting one’s parents.