Strong’s H2560

חָמַר

Part of speech

Verb

Transliteration

chamar

Pronunciation

khaw-mar'

Definition

To boil up, ferment, foam

Meaning

to boil up, to ferment, to glow, to smear with pitch

Usage

The Hebrew verb "chamar" primarily conveys the idea of boiling or fermenting, often used metaphorically to describe emotions or states that are intense or agitated. It can refer to the physical process of fermentation, as in the making of wine, or to the foaming of water. In a metaphorical sense, it can describe the stirring up of emotions, such as anger or passion.

Bible references

Exodus 2:3;Job 16:16;Psalm 46:3;Psalm 75:8;Lamentations 1:20;Lamentations 2:11