Strong’s H6344

פַחַד

Part of speech

Noun Masculine

Transliteration

pachad

Pronunciation

pah-khad'

Definition

Fear, dread, terror

Meaning

a testicle

Usage

The Hebrew word "pachad" primarily denotes a sense of fear or dread. It is often used to describe a profound, overwhelming fear that can be both a reverential awe of God or a paralyzing terror of impending danger or judgment. In the Old Testament, "pachad" is frequently associated with the fear of God, which is considered the beginning of wisdom and a fundamental aspect of a faithful life. It can also refer to the fear of enemies or divine retribution.

Bible references

Job 40:17