Strong’s H2553

חַמָּן

Part of speech

Noun Masculine

Transliteration

chamman

Pronunciation

kham-mawn'

Definition

Sun-pillar, sun-image

Meaning

a sun-pillar

Usage

The term "chamman" refers to a type of idol or pillar associated with the worship of the sun. In the context of the Hebrew Bible, it is often used to describe pagan religious practices that were condemned by the Israelite prophets and leaders. These sun-pillars were likely erected as part of the Canaanite religious system and were considered abominations in the sight of Yahweh.

Bible references

Leviticus 26:30;2 Chronicles 14:5;2 Chronicles 34:4;2 Chronicles 34:7;Isaiah 17:8;Isaiah 27:9;Ezekiel 6:4;Ezekiel 6:6