Strong’s H2091

זָהָב

Part of speech

Noun Masculine

Transliteration

zahab

Pronunciation

zah-HAHV

Definition

Gold

Meaning

gold, something gold-colored, as oil, a clear sky

Usage

The Hebrew word "zahab" refers to gold, a precious metal highly valued for its beauty, rarity, and malleability. In the Bible, gold is often associated with wealth, purity, and divine glory. It is used in various contexts, including as currency, in the construction of sacred objects, and as a symbol of opulence and splendor.

Bible references

Genesis 2:11;Genesis 2:12;Genesis 13:2;Genesis 24:22;Genesis 24:22;Genesis 24:35;Genesis 24:53;Genesis 41:42;Genesis 44:8;Exodus 3:22;Exodus 11:2;Exodus 12:35;Exodus 20:23;Exodus 25:3;Exodus 25:11;Exodus 25:11;Exodus 25:12;Exodus 25:13;Exodus 25:17;Exodus 25:18;Exodus 25:24;Exodus 25:24;Exodus 25:25;Exodus 25:26;Exodus 25:28