Strong’s H0567

אֲמֹרִי

Part of speech

Noun Masculine

Transliteration

Emoriy

Pronunciation

eh-mo-REE

Definition

Amorite

Meaning

an Emorite

Usage

The term "Emori" refers to the Amorites, a prominent ancient Semitic people mentioned frequently in the Hebrew Bible. They are often depicted as one of the primary inhabitants of Canaan before the Israelite conquest. The Amorites are described as a powerful and influential group, often associated with the hill country and known for their fortified cities.

Bible references

Genesis 10:16;Genesis 14:7;Genesis 14:13;Genesis 15:16;Genesis 15:21;Genesis 48:22;Exodus 3:8;Exodus 3:17;Exodus 13:5;Exodus 23:23;Exodus 33:2;Exodus 34:11;Numbers 13:29;Numbers 21:13;Numbers 21:13;Numbers 21:21;Numbers 21:25;Numbers 21:26;Numbers 21:29;Numbers 21:31;Numbers 21:32;Numbers 21:34;Numbers 22:2;Numbers 32:33;Numbers 32:39