Strong’s H8322

שְׁרֵקָה

Part of speech

Noun Feminine

Transliteration

shreqah

Pronunciation

sheh-reh-KAH

Definition

Whistling, hissing

Meaning

a derision

Usage

The term "shereqah" is used in the Hebrew Bible to denote a sound made by whistling or hissing. It often conveys a sense of derision, scorn, or astonishment. In the context of biblical prophecy, it can describe the reaction of nations witnessing the desolation or judgment of Israel or other nations.

Bible references

2 Chronicles 29:8;Jeremiah 19:8;Jeremiah 25:9;Jeremiah 25:18;Jeremiah 29:18;Jeremiah 51:37;Micah 6:16