Definition: The word "Almeries" in the Greek language translates to "residences". It can refer to various types of homes or structures, but historically it has been associated with an aristocratic type of residence found in medieval Europe. In the context of the Bible, the term is not used frequently but comes into use in the OT (Old Testament) and often refers to a house of God. The Hebrew word "Almerim" means "householder," which could refer to either a man or a household with a patriarch. This may indicate that the people who built the Almeries were likely priests, or perhaps their wives. The term is also used in other parts of scripture where it occurs, such as Job 35:12, where Jesus tells his disciples about his "home" which they call "the place where he was born." In the OT and Jewish literature, the word is often used to describe an individual's home or a dwelling. This usage is not found in the NT (New Testament) where the Hebrew term for "Almeries" is most commonly found in Deuteronomy 18:20. The word's main use in the Bible is in reference to religious institutions like the Tabernacle and later the temple, which were places of worship or rest.

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