Strong’s H2865
חָתַת
Part of speech
Verb
Transliteration
chathath
Pronunciation
khaw-thath'
Definition
To be shattered, dismayed, terrified, broken
Meaning
to prostrate, to break down, either, by violence, by confusion and fear
Usage
The Hebrew verb "chathath" primarily conveys the idea of being shattered or broken, both physically and emotionally. It is often used in the context of fear or dismay, where individuals or nations are described as being terrified or demoralized. The term can also imply a sense of being crushed or brought low, often as a result of divine judgment or overwhelming circumstances.
Bible references
Deuteronomy 1:21;Deuteronomy 31:8;Joshua 1:9;Joshua 8:1;Joshua 10:25;1 Samuel 17:11;2 Kings 19:26;1 Chronicles 22:13;1 Chronicles 28:20;2 Chronicles 20:15;2 Chronicles 20:17;2 Chronicles 32:7;Job 7:14;Job 31:34;Job 32:15;Job 39:22;Isaiah 8:9;Isaiah 8:9;Isaiah 8:9;Isaiah 9:4;Isaiah 20:5;Isaiah 30:31;Isaiah 31:4;Isaiah 31:9;Isaiah 37:27