The meaning of “פֶּחָם”
Understanding pechâm reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
coals. - a coal, whether charred or live 1) coal, charcoal, ember
פֶּחָם
coals. - a coal, whether charred or live 1) coal, charcoal, ember
Occurrences in the Bible
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Proverbs 26:21 | “As coals are to burning coals, and wood to fire; so is a contentious man to kindle strife.” Word: פֶּחָם (pechâm) | |
| Isaiah 44:12 | “The smith with the tongs both worketh in the coals, and fashioneth it with hammers, and worketh it with the strength of his arms: yea, he is hungry, and his strength faileth: he drinketh no water, and is faint.” Word: פֶּחָם (pechâm) | |
| Isaiah 54:16 | “Behold, I have created the smith that bloweth the coals in the fire, and that bringeth forth an instrument for his work; and I have created the waster to destroy.” Word: פֶּחָם (pechâm) |
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