Strong’s H3833

לָבִיא

Part of speech

noun masculine, feminine; noun feminine; noun masculine; feminine

Transliteration

labiy'

Pronunciation

lah-vee'

Definition

Lion

Meaning

to roar, a lion,

Usage

The term "labiy'" refers specifically to a lion, often used in the Hebrew Bible to symbolize strength, courage, and majesty. It is frequently employed in poetic and prophetic literature to convey the power and ferocity of a lion, as well as to illustrate the might and sovereignty of God or the strength of a leader or nation.

Bible references

Genesis 49:9;Numbers 23:24;Numbers 24:9;Deuteronomy 33:20;Job 4:11;Job 38:39;Psalm 57:4;Isaiah 5:29;Isaiah 30:6;Ezekiel 19:2;Hosea 13:8;Joel 1:6;Nahum 2:11;Nahum 2:12