Strong’s H5492

סוּפָה

Part of speech

noun feminine; proper name, of a location

Transliteration

cuwphah

Pronunciation

soo-fah'

Definition

Storm, whirlwind, tempest

Meaning

a hurricane

Usage

The Hebrew word "cuwphah" is used to describe a violent storm or whirlwind. It often conveys the idea of a powerful, destructive force of nature, symbolizing divine judgment or the overwhelming power of God. In the biblical context, it is used both literally and metaphorically to depict God's might and the consequences of His wrath.

Bible references

Numbers 21:14;Job 21:18;Job 27:20;Job 37:9;Psalm 83:15;Proverbs 1:27;Proverbs 10:25;Isaiah 5:28;Isaiah 17:13;Isaiah 21:1;Isaiah 29:6;Isaiah 66:15;Jeremiah 4:13;Hosea 8:7;Amos 1:14;Nahum 1:3