Strong’s H2764

חֵרֶם

Part of speech

Noun Masculine

Transliteration

cherem

Pronunciation

KHEH-rem

Definition

Ban, devoted thing, accursed thing, destruction

Meaning

a net, a doomed object, extermination

Usage

The term "cherem" refers to something that is devoted or set apart, often for destruction. In the context of the Old Testament, it is used to describe objects, people, or cities that are devoted to God, either for sacred use or for complete destruction as an act of divine judgment. The concept of "cherem" underscores the idea of total consecration to God, whether through dedication or destruction.

Bible references

Leviticus 27:21;Leviticus 27:28;Leviticus 27:28;Leviticus 27:29;Numbers 18:14;Deuteronomy 7:26;Deuteronomy 7:26;Deuteronomy 13:17;Joshua 6:17;Joshua 6:18;Joshua 6:18;Joshua 6:18;Joshua 7:1;Joshua 7:1;Joshua 7:11;Joshua 7:12;Joshua 7:12;Joshua 7:13;Joshua 7:13;Joshua 7:15;Joshua 22:20;1 Samuel 15:21;1 Kings 20:42;1 Chronicles 2:7;Ecclesiastes 7:26