Strong’s G3434

Μολόχ

Part of speech

Proper Noun, Indeclinable

Transliteration

Moloch

Pronunciation

mo-LOKH

Definition

Moloch

Meaning

Moloch, a god worshipped by several Semitic peoples.

Usage

Moloch refers to a Canaanite deity associated with child sacrifice. In the biblical context, Moloch is often depicted as a false god worshiped by some Israelites in defiance of Yahweh's commandments. The worship of Moloch involved the abominable practice of offering children as sacrifices, which was strictly prohibited by God.

Bible references

Acts 7:43