Strong’s H2721

חֹרֶב

Part of speech

Noun Masculine

Transliteration

choreb

Pronunciation

kho-reb'

Definition

Drought, dryness, desolation, waste

Meaning

drought, desolation

Usage

The Hebrew word "choreb" primarily denotes a state of dryness or desolation, often used in the context of drought or wasteland. It conveys the idea of a barren, unproductive land, lacking water and life. In the biblical narrative, "choreb" is frequently used metaphorically to describe spiritual desolation or judgment.

Bible references

Genesis 31:40;Judges 6:37;Judges 6:39;Judges 6:40;Job 30:30;Isaiah 4:6;Isaiah 25:4;Isaiah 25:5;Isaiah 25:5;Isaiah 61:4;Jeremiah 36:30;Jeremiah 49:13;Jeremiah 50:38;Ezekiel 29:10;Zephaniah 2:14;Haggai 1:11