Strong’s H2534

חֵמָה

Part of speech

Noun Feminine

Transliteration

chemah

Pronunciation

khay-maw'

Definition

Wrath, fury, heat, anger

Meaning

heat, anger, poison

Usage

The Hebrew word "chemah" primarily denotes a strong, intense form of anger or wrath. It is often used to describe the fierce anger of God against sin and disobedience, as well as human anger. The term conveys a sense of burning intensity, akin to a consuming fire, and is frequently associated with divine judgment and retribution.

Bible references

Genesis 27:44;Leviticus 26:28;Numbers 25:11;Deuteronomy 9:19;Deuteronomy 29:23;Deuteronomy 29:28;Deuteronomy 32:24;Deuteronomy 32:33;2 Samuel 11:20;2 Kings 5:12;2 Kings 22:13;2 Kings 22:17;2 Chronicles 12:7;2 Chronicles 28:9;2 Chronicles 34:21;2 Chronicles 34:25;2 Chronicles 36:16;Esther 1:12;Esther 2:1;Esther 3:5;Esther 5:9;Esther 7:7;Esther 7:10;Job 6:4;Job 19:29