Lexicon
heres: Sun, sun's heat, earthenware, potsherd
Original Word:הֶרֶס
Part of Speech:noun masculine
Transliteration:herec
Pronunciation:kheh'-res
Phonetic Spelling:(heh'-res)
Definition:Sun, sun's heat, earthenware, potsherd
Meaning:demolition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
destruction
Fromharac; demolition -- destruction.
see HEBREWharac
NAS Exhaustive Concordance
Word Originfrom
harasDefinitionan overthrow, destruction
NASB Translationdestruction (1).
Brown-Driver-Briggs
, only
Isaiah 19:18 one shall be called
city of destruction, i.e. (as usually explained) with punning allusion to On-Heliopolis: it shall be called no longer
city of the sun, but
city of destruction, city whose temples, etc., of the sun have been destroyed; but perhaps < =
city of righteousness, so Gei
Urschrift 79 Brd Di (change intentional ? compare id.); on other views see id. & De Che.
Topical Lexicon
Word Origin:Derived from the root verb הָרַס (haras), meaning "to tear down" or "to demolish."
Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries:• While there is no direct Greek equivalent for the Hebrew הֶרֶס, the concept of destruction or demolition can be found in Greek terms such as καταστροφή (katastrophē •Strong's Greek 2692), which means "overthrow" or "destruction," and ἀπώλεια (apōleia •Strong's Greek 684), meaning "ruin" or "loss."
This entry provides a comprehensive understanding of the Hebrew term הֶרֶס, highlighting its significance in biblical texts and its thematic implications within the broader narrative of Scripture.
Usage:The term is used in the context of physical destruction or ruin, often in relation to buildings or structures.
Context:• The Hebrew word הֶרֶס appears in the context of describing the act or state of demolition. It is used to convey the idea of complete destruction or ruin, often as a result of divine judgment or human conflict. The term is closely associated with the physical tearing down of structures, symbolizing the removal of stability and order.
• In the Old Testament, הֶרֶס is used to describe the destruction that comes upon cities or nations as a consequence of their actions. It serves as a vivid reminder of the impermanence of human achievements and the ultimate sovereignty of God over the affairs of men.
• The concept of הֶרֶס is not only limited to physical structures but can also be metaphorically applied to the downfall of kingdoms or the collapse of societal systems. It underscores the theme of divine retribution and the futility of opposing God's will.
Forms and Transliterations
הַהֶ֔רֶס ההרס ha·he·res haheres
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