Strong’s H2724

חָרָבָה

Part of speech

Noun Feminine

Transliteration

charabah

Pronunciation

khaw-raw-baw'

Definition

Dryness, desolation, waste

Meaning

a desert

Usage

The term "charabah" is used in the Hebrew Bible to describe a state of dryness or desolation, often referring to land that is barren or uninhabited. It conveys the idea of a place that has been laid waste or is devoid of life and productivity. This word is frequently used in prophetic literature to depict the consequences of divine judgment or the aftermath of war and destruction.

Bible references

Genesis 7:22;Exodus 14:21;Joshua 3:17;Joshua 3:17;Joshua 4:18;2 Kings 2:8;Ezekiel 30:12;Haggai 2:6