Hebrew Word Study
The meaning of “אֹרֶב”
Understanding ʼôreb reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
the same as אֶרֶב wait. - {ambuscade} 1) ambuscade, hiding place 2) treachery, deceit (fig.)
H696
Hebrew Text
Strong's Concordance
אֹרֶב
Phonetico'-reb
Transliterationʼôreb
Grammar Code
H:N-M
Hebrew Noun, Masculine
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
the same as אֶרֶב wait. - {ambuscade} 1) ambuscade, hiding place 2) treachery, deceit (fig.)
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
1 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Jeremiah 9:8 | “Their tongue is as an arrow shot out; it speaketh deceit: one speaketh peaceably to his neighbour with his mouth, but in heart he layeth his wait.” Word: אֹרֶב (ʼôreb) |