Strong’s H5176

נָחָשׁ

Part of speech

proper name, masculine

Transliteration

Nachash

Pronunciation

nah-KHASH

Definition

Serpent

Meaning

Nachash

Usage

The Hebrew word "Nachash" primarily refers to a serpent or snake. In the biblical context, it is often associated with cunning, deception, and enmity. The term is most famously used in the account of the Fall in Genesis, where the serpent tempts Eve to eat the forbidden fruit. The serpent is depicted as a creature of craftiness and subtlety, often symbolizing evil or opposition to God's will.

Bible references

1 Samuel 11:1;1 Samuel 11:1;1 Samuel 11:2;1 Samuel 12:12;2 Samuel 10:2;2 Samuel 17:25;2 Samuel 17:27;1 Chronicles 19:1;1 Chronicles 19:2