Strong’s H1706

דְּבַשׁ

Part of speech

Noun Masculine

Transliteration

dbash

Pronunciation

deh-VAHSH

Definition

Honey

Meaning

honey, syrup

Usage

The Hebrew word "debash" primarily refers to honey, a sweet substance produced by bees. In the Bible, honey is often used both literally and metaphorically. Literally, it is a food product, valued for its sweetness and nutritional properties. Metaphorically, it symbolizes abundance, delight, and the richness of God's provision.

Bible references

Genesis 43:11;Exodus 3:8;Exodus 3:17;Exodus 13:5;Exodus 16:31;Exodus 33:3;Leviticus 2:11;Leviticus 20:24;Numbers 13:27;Numbers 14:8;Numbers 16:13;Numbers 16:14;Deuteronomy 6:3;Deuteronomy 8:8;Deuteronomy 11:9;Deuteronomy 26:9;Deuteronomy 26:15;Deuteronomy 27:3;Deuteronomy 31:20;Deuteronomy 32:13;Joshua 5:6;Judges 14:8;Judges 14:9;Judges 14:18;1 Samuel 14:25