Strong’s H5757

עַוִּי

Part of speech

Adjective

Transliteration

`Avviy

Pronunciation

ahv-VEE

Definition

Avvi

Meaning

an Avvite

Usage

The term "Avvi" refers to a people group mentioned in the Old Testament. They are identified as one of the ancient inhabitants of the land of Canaan, specifically in the region of Philistia. The Avvites are noted for their displacement by the Caphtorim, who came from Caphtor (likely Crete).

Bible references

Deuteronomy 2:23;Joshua 13:3;2 Kings 17:31