Strong’s H3003

יָבֵשׁ

Part of speech

proper name, of a location; location; person

Transliteration

Yabesh

Pronunciation

yah-BAYSH

Definition

To be dry, to wither, to become dry

Meaning

Jobesh

Usage

The Hebrew verb "Yabesh" primarily means "to be dry" or "to wither." It is used in the context of describing the drying up of physical objects, such as land, plants, or bodies of water. The term can also metaphorically describe a state of lifelessness or desolation, often used to signify spiritual barrenness or judgment.

Bible references

Judges 21:8;Judges 21:9;Judges 21:10;Judges 21:12;Judges 21:14;1 Samuel 11:1;1 Samuel 11:1;1 Samuel 11:3;1 Samuel 11:5;1 Samuel 11:9;1 Samuel 11:9;1 Samuel 11:10;1 Samuel 31:11;1 Samuel 31:12;1 Samuel 31:13;2 Samuel 2:4;2 Samuel 2:5;2 Samuel 21:12;2 Kings 15:10;2 Kings 15:13;2 Kings 15:14;1 Chronicles 10:11;1 Chronicles 10:12;1 Chronicles 10:12