כֹּחַ
Vigor , literally (force, in a good or a bad sense) or figuratively (capacity, means, produce); also (from its hardiness) a large lizard
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What does כֹּחַ (kōaḥ) mean in the Bible?
כֹּחַ (kōaḥ) is a Hebrew word meaning "vigor , literally (force, in a good or a bad sense) or figuratively (capacity, means, produce); also (from its hardiness) a large lizard". vigor, literally (force, in a good or a bad sense) or figuratively (capacity, means, produce); also (from its hardiness) a large lizard BDB: chameleon Usage: ability, able, chameleon, force, fruits, might, power(-ful), strength, substance, wealth. Highlights God as the source of sustaining power.
Meaning
Power encompassing both physical strength and productive capacity—force made manifest in action, resources, or ability.
vigor, literally (force, in a good or a bad sense) or figuratively (capacity, means, produce); also (from its hardiness) a large lizard BDB: chameleon Usage: ability, able, chameleon, force, fruits, might, power(-ful), strength, substance, wealth.
Why This Word Matters
Highlights God as the source of sustaining power. Isaiah 40:12-31
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