Strong’s H3394

יָרֵחַ

Part of speech

Noun Masculine

Transliteration

yareach

Pronunciation

yah-ray'-akh

Definition

Moon

Meaning

the moon

Usage

The Hebrew word "yareach" refers to the moon, a celestial body that is a significant part of the natural order created by God. It is often mentioned in the context of timekeeping, seasons, and as a part of the heavenly bodies that declare the glory of God. The moon is also used metaphorically in Scripture to describe beauty and constancy.

Bible references

Genesis 37:9;Deuteronomy 4:19;Deuteronomy 17:3;Joshua 10:12;Joshua 10:13;2 Kings 23:5;Job 25:5;Job 31:26;Psalm 8:3;Psalm 72:5;Psalm 72:7;Psalm 89:37;Psalm 104:19;Psalm 121:6;Psalm 136:9;Psalm 148:3;Ecclesiastes 12:2;Isaiah 13:10;Isaiah 60:19;Jeremiah 8:2;Jeremiah 31:35;Ezekiel 32:7;Joel 2:10;Joel 2:31;Joel 3:15