Strong's H2833 (Hebrew)[edit | edit source]

Lemma: חֹשֶׁן (chôshen)

Pronunciation: kho'-shen

POS: kho'-shen Morph: n-m

Exegesis: from an unused root probably meaning to contain or sparkle;

Definition: from an unused root probably meaning to contain or sparkle; perhaps a pocket (as holding the Urim and Thummim), or rich (as containing gems), used only of the gorget of the highpriest; breastplate.

KJV Usage: breastplate.

Senses[edit | edit source]

• 1. 1) breastplate, breastpiece
• 2. 1a) sacred pouch of the high priest designed to hold the Urim and Thummim

Cross References[edit | edit source]

• GREEK G4158

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