sackclothשַׂק
saq · Hebrew Noun
A coarse, rough fabric made of goat's hair, traditionally worn as a sign of mourning, repentance, or deep distress before God. It signifies the stripping away of dignity and comfort in order to humble oneself in prayer.
house of the LORDבֵּית יְהוָה
beyt Yhwh · Hebrew Noun Phrase
The specific location in Jerusalem where the Ark of the Covenant rested, representing God's localized presence among His people. It is the center of national worship and the place where God’s people seek Him in times of crisis.
prophetנָבִיא
nabi' · Hebrew Noun
An authorized spokesperson for God who receives direct revelation or messages from the Lord to deliver to His people. Prophets serve as intermediaries, calling the nation to repentance, warning of judgment, or offering hope based on God's covenant promises.
distressצָרָה
tsarah · Hebrew Noun
Refers to a time or state of extreme anguish, trouble, or tight confinement that forces one to rely entirely upon the Lord. It characterizes a situation where human strength is exhausted and divine intervention is required.
rebukeתּוֹכֵחָה
tokhehah · Hebrew Noun
A strong formal expression of disapproval or correction. In a biblical context, it often refers to God's disciplinary action or the confrontation of wickedness, which may be exercised by God Himself or by His agents.
living Godאֱלֹהִים חַיִּים
'elohim chayyim · Hebrew Noun Phrase
An attribute of God describing Him as having eternal life in Himself, as opposed to lifeless idols created by human hands. He is the active, acting, and self-existent Creator who interacts with history.
prayerתְּפִלָּה
tephillah · Hebrew Noun
The act of communicating with God to make requests, offer thanksgiving, or intercede on behalf of others. It is an expression of dependence upon God's sovereignty and His willingness to hear and respond to His people.
remnantשְׁאֵרִית
she'erith · Hebrew Noun
A small portion or a surviving group of people from a larger population, often used in prophetic contexts to describe the faithful few whom God preserves through judgment to carry on His covenant purposes.
LORDיְהוָה
Yahweh · Hebrew Proper Noun
The personal name of the God of Israel, YHWH, who reveals Himself as the covenant-keeping, sovereign Lord of history.
afraidיָרֵא
yare · Hebrew Verb
To feel dread, terror, or awe. In a biblical context, often used as a command to trust in God's sovereignty rather than human threats.
reviledגָּדַף
gadaph · Hebrew Verb
To treat with contempt, insult, or blaspheme, especially in a way that challenges God's honor or divine authority.
spiritרוּחַ
ruach · Hebrew Noun
A breath, wind, or vital force. In this context, it refers to divine intervention or an influence sent by God to direct human action.
swordחֶרֶב
chereb · Hebrew Noun
A weapon of war, often representing judgment, conflict, or military power. Often used metaphorically for the authority of execution or divine justice.
