Strong’s H5645

עָב

Part of speech

Noun Masculine

Transliteration

`ab

Pronunciation

ahv

Definition

Cloud, thick cloud, darkness

Meaning

an envelope, darkness, a, cloud, a copse

Usage

The Hebrew word "עָב" (ʿab) primarily refers to a cloud or a thick cloud. It is often used in the context of weather phenomena, symbolizing God's presence, majesty, and sometimes His judgment. The term can also denote darkness, emphasizing the obscuring or covering nature of clouds.

Bible references

Exodus 19:9;Judges 5:4;2 Samuel 22:12;2 Samuel 23:4;1 Kings 18:44;1 Kings 18:45;2 Chronicles 4:17;Job 20:6;Job 22:14;Job 26:8;Job 30:15;Job 36:29;Job 37:11;Job 37:16;Job 38:34;Psalm 18:11;Psalm 18:12;Psalm 77:17;Psalm 104:3;Psalm 147:8;Proverbs 16:15;Ecclesiastes 11:3;Ecclesiastes 11:4;Ecclesiastes 12:2;Isaiah 5:6