Strong’s H1744

דּוּכִיפַת

Part of speech

Noun Feminine

Transliteration

duwkiyphath

Pronunciation

doo-kee-fath

Definition

Hoopoe

Meaning

the hoopoe, else the grouse

Usage

The term "dukiphath" refers to a specific bird, the hoopoe, which is mentioned in the context of dietary laws in the Old Testament. The hoopoe is characterized by its distinctive crown of feathers and is considered unclean according to Levitical law.

Bible references

Leviticus 11:19;Deuteronomy 14:18