חֵ֝מוֹת
𐤇𐤌𐤅𐤕
chêmâh
of fury
Intense heat or burning, both in a literal and figurative sense; most commonly used to denote fierce emotional states—especially rage, wrath, or intense anger. In specific contexts, can also refer metaphorically to venom or poison, highlighting the consuming or harmful aspect of anger. The term may carry the idea of a powerful internal force or outburst, capable of destruction or harm.
Proverbs 22:24 · Word #8
Lexicon H2534
| Lemma | חֵמָה |
| Lemma (Paleo) | 𐤇𐤌𐤄 |
| Transliteration | chêmâh |
| Strong's | H2534 |
| Definition | Intense heat or burning, both in a literal and figurative sense; most commonly used to denote fierce emotional states—especially rage, wrath, or intense anger. In specific contexts, can also refer metaphorically to venom or poison, highlighting the consuming or harmful aspect of anger. The term may carry the idea of a powerful internal force or outburst, capable of destruction or harm. |
Morphology HNcfpa
All morphology codes
| Part of Speech | N — Noun — A person, place, thing, or idea |
| Subtype | c — Common — Common noun |
| Gender | f — Feminine — Feminine |
| Number | p — Plural — Plural |
| State | a — Absolute — The noun stands independently |
Common Translation
| Phrase | of fury |
SIBI-P1 Translation H2534-13
burning heats
| Morphological Notes | Noun, common, feminine, plural, absolute (חֵמֹת). |
| Rendering Rationale | The noun derives from the root חם (“to be hot”) and denotes intense heat that can extend metaphorically to rage or venom. The plural feminine absolute form is reflected by the English plural “heats,” emphasizing multiple or intensified outbursts of burning force. |
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