Strong’s H7016

קִינָה

Part of speech

Proper Name Location

Transliteration

Qiynah

Pronunciation

kee-NAH

Definition

Jealousy, zeal, ardor

Meaning

Kinah

Usage

The Hebrew word "qinah" primarily denotes a strong emotion of jealousy or zeal. It can refer to both a positive and negative form of jealousy. In a positive sense, it describes God's zealous protection of His people and His desire for their exclusive devotion. In a negative sense, it can refer to human jealousy, which often leads to strife and conflict.

Bible references

Joshua 15:22