חָנוּת
Properly, a vault or cell (with an arch); by implication, a prison
Reading a lexicon entry
What this page is: Each lexicon entry shows the original Hebrew or Greek word behind the English translation: its meaning, its range of use, and where it appears in Scripture.
Strong's number: The Strong's code (H- or G-) is the standard reference number for this word. It connects this entry to chapter and passage language tabs.
Canonical witness: The witness passages show where this word is used in context. Click any to open the study page for that passage.
These lexicon entries are being actively developed. If you notice missing content, incorrect definitions, or have suggestions, we'd love to hear from you. Share a note on our Connect page and include a screenshot if helpful.
What does חָנוּת (ḥānût) mean in the Bible?
חָנוּת (ḥānût) is a Hebrew word meaning "properly, a vault or cell (with an arch); by implication, a prison". properly, a vault or cell (with an arch); by implication, a prison BDB: cell Usage: cabin.
Meaning
Architectural structure (vaulted cell) whose enclosed, confining nature extends it metaphorically to imprisonment
properly, a vault or cell (with an arch); by implication, a prison BDB: cell Usage: cabin.