Strong’s H7844

שְׁחַת

Part of speech

Verb

Transliteration

shchath

Pronunciation

sheh-khath'

Definition

Pit, destruction, corruption

Meaning

to decay, ruin

Usage

The Hebrew word "shechath" primarily refers to a pit or a place of destruction. It is often used metaphorically to describe a state of ruin or moral corruption. In the context of the Old Testament, it can denote both physical and spiritual decay or downfall.

Bible references

Daniel 2:9;Daniel 6:4;Daniel 6:4