Strong’s H1962

הַיָּה

Part of speech

Noun Feminine

Transliteration

hayah

Pronunciation

hah-yah

Definition

Beast, animal, living creature

Meaning

ruin

Usage

The Hebrew word "hayyah" is used in the Old Testament to refer to living creatures, often in the context of animals or beasts. It emphasizes the vitality and life inherent in these creatures. The term can be used to describe both domesticated and wild animals, and it is often found in passages that discuss creation, the natural world, or the relationship between humans and animals.

Bible references

Job 6:2