Strong’s H6880

צִרְעָה

Part of speech

Noun Feminine

Transliteration

tsir`ah

Pronunciation

tseer-ah'

Definition

Hornet

Meaning

a wasp

Usage

The term "tsirah" refers to a hornet, a type of stinging insect. In the biblical context, it is used metaphorically to describe a divine instrument of fear and panic sent by God to drive out the enemies of Israel. The hornet symbolizes God's power to instill terror and facilitate the conquest of the Promised Land by the Israelites.

Bible references

Exodus 23:28;Deuteronomy 7:20;Joshua 24:12