Strong’s H5919

עַכְשׁוּב

Part of speech

Noun Masculine

Transliteration

`akshuwb

Pronunciation

ahk-SHOOB

Definition

Spider

Meaning

an asp

Usage

The term "akshub" refers to a spider, specifically highlighting its web-making ability, which is often used metaphorically in the Bible to describe deceit and the fragile nature of evil schemes. The spider's web is emblematic of the intricate and deceptive plans of the wicked, which ultimately prove to be insubstantial and easily destroyed.

Bible references

Psalm 140:3