Strong’s H6157
עָרֹב
Part of speech
Noun Masculine
Transliteration
`arob
Pronunciation
ah-ROV
Definition
Swarm, swarm of flies
Meaning
a mosquito
Usage
The term "arob" is used in the Hebrew Bible to describe a swarm, specifically a swarm of flies. It is most notably associated with the fourth plague that God sent upon Egypt as described in the Book of Exodus. The swarm of flies was a divine judgment against Pharaoh and the Egyptians, demonstrating God's power and sovereignty.
Bible references
Exodus 8:21;Exodus 8:21;Exodus 8:22;Exodus 8:24;Exodus 8:24;Exodus 8:29;Exodus 8:31;Psalm 78:45;Psalm 105:31