Strong’s H3563

כּוֹס

Part of speech

noun feminine; noun masculine

Transliteration

kowc

Pronunciation

kohs

Definition

Cup

Meaning

a cup, a lot, some unclean bird, an owl

Usage

The Hebrew word "kowc" primarily refers to a cup or a vessel used for drinking. It is often used metaphorically in the Bible to represent one's portion or lot in life, whether of blessing or judgment. The cup can symbolize abundance and blessing, as in the overflowing cup of Psalm 23:5, or it can represent suffering and divine wrath, as seen in passages like Isaiah 51:17.

Bible references

Genesis 40:11;Genesis 40:11;Genesis 40:11;Genesis 40:13;Genesis 40:21;Leviticus 11:17;Deuteronomy 14:16;2 Samuel 12:3;1 Kings 7:26;2 Chronicles 4:5;Psalm 11:6;Psalm 16:5;Psalm 23:5;Psalm 75:8;Psalm 102:6;Psalm 116:13;Isaiah 51:17;Isaiah 51:17;Isaiah 51:22;Isaiah 51:22;Jeremiah 16:7;Jeremiah 25:15;Jeremiah 25:17;Jeremiah 25:28;Jeremiah 35:5