Strong’s H2541

חָמוֹץ

Part of speech

Noun Masculine

Transliteration

chamowts

Pronunciation

khaw-mots'

Definition

Sour, leavened

Meaning

violent, a robber

Usage

The term "chamots" is used in the Hebrew Bible to describe something that is sour or leavened. It often refers to leavened bread or substances that have undergone fermentation. In the context of biblical dietary laws, "chamots" is associated with what is prohibited during the Feast of Unleavened Bread, where leavened products are to be avoided.

Bible references

Isaiah 1:17