Strong’s H3514

כֹּבֶד

Part of speech

Noun Masculine

Transliteration

kobed

Pronunciation

koh'-bed

Definition

Weight, heaviness, burden

Meaning

weight, multitude, vehemence

Usage

The Hebrew word "kobed" primarily denotes a sense of weight or heaviness, both in a literal and metaphorical sense. It can refer to physical weight or burdens, as well as the figurative weight of responsibility, honor, or glory. In the context of the Bible, it often conveys the idea of something substantial or significant, whether it be a physical load or a moral or spiritual burden.

Bible references

Proverbs 27:3;Isaiah 21:15;Isaiah 30:27;Nahum 3:3