Strong’s H7838

שָׁחֹר

Part of speech

Adjective

Transliteration

shachor

Pronunciation

sha-khor

Definition

Black

Meaning

dusky, jetty

Usage

The Hebrew word "shachor" is used to describe the color black. It is often used in the Bible to denote darkness or the color of an object, such as hair or skin. The term can also carry metaphorical connotations, symbolizing mourning, mystery, or the unknown.

Bible references

Leviticus 13:31;Leviticus 13:37;Songs 1:5;Songs 5:11;Zechariah 6:2;Zechariah 6:6