Divine or human anger, especially the fierce wrath of God against covenant violation. Closely associated with the consequences of idolatry. Israel's sin repeatedly provoked God's qetseph.
Used primarily of God's anger against Israel's idolatry and unfaithfulness. The word carries the sense of fury that bursts out — not simmering but explosive. Prophets warn of impending qetseph.
Divine wrath in the OT is always covenantal — it rises from love betrayed and holiness violated. Isaiah 54:8 pairs the moment of wrath with eternal lovingkindness, showing God's anger is subordinate to his mercy.