Hebrew Word Study
The meaning of “חֶתֶף”
Understanding chetheph reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
prey. - properly, rapine - figuratively, robbery 1) prey 2) (CLBL) robber
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Hebrew Text
Strong's Concordance
חֶתֶף
Phonetickheh'-thef
Transliterationchetheph
Grammar Code
H:N-M
Hebrew Noun, Masculine
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
prey. - properly, rapine - figuratively, robbery 1) prey 2) (CLBL) robber
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
1 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Proverbs 23:28 | “She also lieth in wait as for a prey, and increaseth the transgressors among men.” Word: חֶתֶף (chetheph) |