Strong’s H0838

אשׁר

Part of speech

Noun Feminine

Transliteration

ashur

Pronunciation

ash-SHOOR

Definition

Asshur, Assyria

Meaning

a step

Usage

The term "ashshur" primarily refers to Asshur, the second son of Shem, and the nation or people of Assyria, which descended from him. It is used in the Bible to denote both the individual and the powerful Mesopotamian empire known for its military prowess and significant role in biblical history.

Bible references

Job 23:11;Job 31:7;Psalm 17:5;Psalm 17:11;Psalm 37:31;Psalm 40:2;Psalm 44:18;Psalm 73:2;Proverbs 14:15