Strong’s H6120

עָקֵב

Part of speech

Adjective

Transliteration

`aqeb

Pronunciation

ah-keb'

Definition

Heel

Meaning

a lier in wait

Usage

The Hebrew word "aqeb" primarily refers to the "heel" of a foot. It is used both literally and metaphorically in the Hebrew Bible. Literally, it describes the physical heel of a person or animal. Metaphorically, it can imply following closely, as in the sense of pursuing or supplanting, which is evident in the narrative of Jacob and Esau.

Bible references

Psalm 49:5