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H2372 · Hebrew · Old Testament
חָזָה
Khazah
Verb
To See / To Behold / To Prophesy

Definition

The Hebrew verb khazah means to see, to behold, to perceive, or to receive a vision. It is closely associated with prophetic revelation and is used to describe the visionary experiences of the prophets. The noun form khozeh means 'seer' — one who receives divine visions.

Usage & Theological Significance

Khazah is the standard prophetic word for receiving and perceiving divine revelation. The prophetic books are introduced with 'The vision [khazah] which Isaiah/Amos/Micah/etc. saw concerning...' indicating that their messages came through supernatural divine disclosure. This word distinguishes between ordinary human sight and Spirit-enabled perception of divine reality. The seer (khozeh) was not simply observing but receiving revelation. This gives khazah a crucial role in the theology of revelation and inspiration of Scripture.

Key Bible Verses

Isaiah 1:1 The vision [khazah] concerning Judah and Jerusalem that Isaiah son of Amoz saw during the reigns of Uzziah, Jotham, Ahaz and Hezekiah.
Amos 1:1 The words of Amos, one of the shepherds of Tekoa — the vision [khazah] he saw concerning Israel.
Numbers 24:4 The oracle of one who hears the words of God, who sees a vision from the Almighty.
Job 19:26 And after my skin has been destroyed, yet in my flesh I will see God.
Psalm 63:2 I have seen you in the sanctuary and beheld your power and your glory.

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