Strong’s H7565

רֶשֶׁף

Part of speech

Noun Masculine

Transliteration

resheph

Pronunciation

reh'-shef

Definition

Flame, burning, plague, pestilence, fiery dart

Meaning

a live coal, lightning, an arrow, fever

Usage

The Hebrew word "resheph" primarily denotes a concept of burning or fiery elements. It is often used metaphorically to describe destructive forces such as plagues or pestilences. In some contexts, it can also refer to fiery arrows or darts, symbolizing sudden and intense calamities or divine judgment.

Bible references

Deuteronomy 32:24;Job 5:7;Psalm 76:3;Psalm 78:48;Songs 8:6;Songs 8:6;Habakkuk 3:5