Strong’s H6635

צָבָא

Part of speech

Noun Masculine

Transliteration

tsaba'

Pronunciation

tsaw-BAH

Definition

Host, army, service, warfare

Meaning

a mass of persons, reg, organized for, war, a campaign

Usage

The Hebrew word "tsaba" primarily refers to an organized group, often a military force or army. It can also denote the concept of service or duty, particularly in a military context. In the Bible, "tsaba" is frequently used to describe the armies of Israel, the celestial hosts (angels), and the service of the Levites in the tabernacle.

Bible references

Genesis 2:1;Genesis 21:22;Genesis 21:32;Genesis 26:26;Exodus 6:26;Exodus 7:4;Exodus 12:17;Exodus 12:41;Exodus 12:51;Numbers 1:3;Numbers 1:3;Numbers 1:20;Numbers 1:22;Numbers 1:24;Numbers 1:26;Numbers 1:28;Numbers 1:30;Numbers 1:32;Numbers 1:34;Numbers 1:36;Numbers 1:38;Numbers 1:40;Numbers 1:42;Numbers 1:45;Numbers 1:52