Strong’s H2346

חוֹמָה

Part of speech

Noun Feminine

Transliteration

chowmah

Pronunciation

kho-maw'

Definition

Wall

Meaning

a wall of protection

Usage

The Hebrew word "chomah" primarily refers to a wall, often used in the context of city walls or fortifications. It signifies a structure built for protection, defense, and separation. In the biblical narrative, walls are symbolic of security, strength, and the division between the sacred and the profane.

Bible references

Exodus 14:22;Exodus 14:29;Leviticus 25:29;Leviticus 25:30;Leviticus 25:31;Deuteronomy 3:5;Deuteronomy 28:52;Joshua 2:15;Joshua 2:15;Joshua 6:5;Joshua 6:20;1 Samuel 25:16;1 Samuel 31:10;1 Samuel 31:12;2 Samuel 11:20;2 Samuel 11:21;2 Samuel 11:21;2 Samuel 11:24;2 Samuel 18:24;2 Samuel 20:15;2 Samuel 20:21;1 Kings 3:1;1 Kings 4:13;1 Kings 9:15;1 Kings 20:30