Strong’s H2003

הָמָס

Part of speech

Noun Masculine

Transliteration

hamac

Pronunciation

KHEH-mes

Definition

Violence, wrong, cruelty, injustice

Meaning

a dry twig, brushwood

Usage

The Hebrew word "hemes" primarily denotes acts of violence, cruelty, or injustice. It is often used in the context of moral and ethical wrongdoing, highlighting actions that are contrary to God's law and righteousness. The term can refer to physical violence, but it also encompasses broader forms of injustice and oppression.

Bible references

Isaiah 64:2