Strong’s H2752

חֹרִי

Part of speech

Noun Masculine

Transliteration

Choriy

Pronunciation

kho-ree'

Definition

Horite

Meaning

a Chorite, aboriginal Idumaean

Usage

The term "Chori" refers to the Horites, a group of people mentioned in the Hebrew Bible. They are described as the original inhabitants of the region of Seir before the descendants of Esau, the Edomites, took possession of the land. The Horites are often associated with cave dwellings, which is reflected in the etymology of their name.

Bible references

Genesis 14:6;Genesis 36:20;Genesis 36:21;Genesis 36:29;Deuteronomy 2:12;Deuteronomy 2:22