Strong’s H6620

פֶתֶן

Part of speech

Noun Masculine

Transliteration

pethen

Pronunciation

peh'-then

Definition

Cobra, serpent, viper

Meaning

an asp

Usage

The Hebrew word "pethen" refers to a venomous snake, often translated as "cobra" or "viper" in English. It is used metaphorically in the Bible to describe danger, deceit, and the deadly nature of sin. The imagery of a serpent is frequently associated with cunning and treachery, reflecting the characteristics of these creatures in the natural world.

Bible references

Deuteronomy 32:33;Job 20:14;Job 20:16;Psalm 58:4;Psalm 91:13;Isaiah 11:8