Strong’s H5909

עַכְבָּר

Part of speech

Noun Masculine

Transliteration

`akbar

Pronunciation

ahk-bar

Definition

Mouse

Meaning

a mouse

Usage

The term "akbar" refers to a small rodent, specifically a mouse. In the Hebrew Bible, it is often associated with unclean animals and is mentioned in contexts that highlight its role as a creature to be avoided or as a symbol of destruction and desolation.

Bible references

Leviticus 11:29;1 Samuel 6:4;1 Samuel 6:5;1 Samuel 6:11;1 Samuel 6:18;Isaiah 66:17