Hebrew Word Study
The meaning of “זְבוּב”
Understanding zᵉbûwb reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
fly. - a fly (especially one of a stinging nature) 1) fly
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Hebrew Text
Strong's Concordance
זְבוּב
Phoneticzeb-oob'
Transliterationzᵉbûwb
Grammar Code
H:N-M
Hebrew Noun, Masculine
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
fly. - a fly (especially one of a stinging nature) 1) fly
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
2 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Ecclesiastes 10:1 | “Dead flies cause the ointment of the apothecary to send forth a stinking savour: so doth a little folly him that is in reputation for wisdom and honour.” Word: זְבוּב (zᵉbûwb) | |
| Isaiah 7:18 | “And it shall come to pass in that day, that the Lord shall hiss for the fly that is in the uttermost part of the rivers of Egypt, and for the bee that is in the land of Assyria.” Word: זְבוּב (zᵉbûwb) |