Strong’s H2336

חוֹחַ

Part of speech

Noun Masculine

Transliteration

chowach

Pronunciation

kho'-akh

Definition

Thorn, thornbush

Meaning

a thorn, a ring for, the nose

Usage

The Hebrew word "choach" refers to a thorn or thornbush, often used metaphorically in the Bible to describe obstacles, difficulties, or the consequences of sin. Thorns are frequently associated with desolation and barrenness, symbolizing the curse of the ground after the Fall of Man (Genesis 3:18).

Bible references

1 Samuel 13:6;2 Kings 14:9;2 Kings 14:9;2 Chronicles 25:18;2 Chronicles 25:18;2 Chronicles 33:11;Job 31:40;Job 41:2;Proverbs 26:9;Songs 2:2;Isaiah 34:13;Hosea 9:6