Hebrew Word Study
The meaning of “בְּהֵמוֹת”
Understanding bᵉhêmôwth reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
in form a plural or בְּהֵמָה, but really a singular of Egyptian derivation Behemoth. - a water-ox, i.e. the hippopotamus...
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Hebrew Text
Strong's Concordance
בְּהֵמוֹת
Phoneticbe-hay-mohth'
Transliterationbᵉhêmôwth
Grammar Code
H:N-M
Hebrew Noun, Masculine
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
in form a plural or בְּהֵמָה, but really a singular of Egyptian derivation Behemoth. - a water-ox, i.e. the hippopotamus or Nile-horse 1) perhaps an extinct dinosaur 1a) a Diplodocus or Brachiosaurus, exact meaning unknown ++++ Some translate as elephant or hippopotamus but from the description in Job 40:15-24, this is patently absurd.
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
1 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Job 40:15 | “Behold now behemoth, which I made with thee; he eateth grass as an ox.” Word: בְּהֵמוֹת (bᵉhêmôwth) |