Strong’s H8477

תַּחַשׁ

Part of speech

Proper Name Masculine

Transliteration

Tachash

Pronunciation

tah-khash

Definition

Dolphin, porpoise, or fine leather

Meaning

Tachash

Usage

The term "tachash" is used in the Hebrew Bible to describe a type of skin or leather used in the construction of the Tabernacle and its furnishings. The exact nature of "tachash" is debated, with interpretations ranging from a marine animal like a dolphin or porpoise to a land animal, or even a specially treated leather.

Bible references

Genesis 22:24