Strong’s H7815

שְׁחוֹר

Part of speech

Noun Feminine

Transliteration

shchowr

Pronunciation

shay-khawr'

Definition

Strong drink, intoxicating beverage

Meaning

dinginess, soot

Usage

The term "shechor" refers to fermented beverages that have an intoxicating effect. It is often translated as "strong drink" in English Bibles. In the Hebrew Scriptures, "shechor" is frequently mentioned alongside wine, indicating its potency and potential for misuse. It is used both in contexts that warn against excessive consumption and in those that acknowledge its use in certain religious or celebratory settings.

Bible references

Lamentations 4:8