Bible Dictionary
Hyaena
The hyaena is a scavenging carnivore found in the regions around Palestine. A difficult Hebrew term in Jeremiah may refer to a hyaena or to a speckled bird.
Biblical Usage
A difficult Hebrew term in Jeremiah may mean either “hyaena” or “speckled bird.” The name Zeboim is associated with a valley of hyaenas in the supplied material.
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