חֶרֶט

chereṭ · /kheh'-ret/

Number

H2747

Language

Hebrew

Original word

חֶרֶט

Transliteration

chereṭ

Pronunciation

kheh'-ret

KJV occurrences

2 verses

Definition

a chisel or graver; also a style forwriting

KJV: graving tool, pen.

Root / derivation: from a primitive root meaning to engrave;

KJV usage breakdown

How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered חֶרֶט across 2 verses.

pen1×

tool1×

Every occurrence (KJV)

2 verses use this word, grouped by book — the translated form is highlighted.

Exodus1 verse

Exodus 32:4

And he received them at their hand, and fashioned it with a graving tool, after he had made it a molten calf: and they said, These be thy gods, O Israel, which brought thee up out of the land of Egypt.

Isaiah1 verse

Isaiah 8:1

Moreover the LORD said unto me, Take thee a great roll, and write in it with a man's pen concerning Mahershalalhashbaz. Mahershalalhashbaz: Heb. In making speed to the spoil he hasteneth the prey, or, Make speed, etc

Topics that use this word

Idolatry Maher-Shalal-Hash-Baz Marriage Molding Offence Pen Quotations and Allusions

Frequently asked questions

What does Strong's H2747 (chereṭ) mean?

a chisel or graver; also a style forwriting

How many times does H2747 appear in the Bible?

Strong's H2747 (חֶרֶט) appears in 2 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “pen.”

How is chereṭ translated in the KJV?

In the KJV, Strong's H2747 is rendered as “pen” (1×), “tool” (1×).

Where does the Hebrew word חֶרֶט come from?

from a primitive root meaning to engrave;