The Hebrew word for "star" is כּוֹכָב (kokavim), which is used in the singular form in the modern State of Israel.
The English word, "star," is used in the plural form after the noun in the New Testament, while the singular form of English is used after the noun in the Old Testament.
The origin of the Hebrew word is uncertain, but suggestions for its meaning include being translated as "stronghold," "watch tower," or "pillar."
The most common occurrence of the Hebrew word in today's liturgy is in the祈祷 "Shema Israel" (Hosea 1:2), where the Hebrew sentence reads "Hear, O Israel" and the next sentence begins "The Lord our God, the Lord is one."
Star(s) are mentioned in the books of Genesis, Deuteronomy, Job, and Psalms. The most prominent role is when referring to the Star of David and the Shield of David.
In the Star Prophecy in Numbers 24:16-17, Balaam refers to the Star of Joseph. In the Book of Daniel, Yehoshua, the son of Yoseph ben Ya'akov, is referred to as the "Morning Star," while in the book of Revelation, Yeshua is referred to as the "Bright Morning Star."
The Star of Bethlehem is mentioned as a sign of the Messiah in Matthew 2:9 and Matthew 2:23.
Stars are mentioned as a sign of seasons, seasons and days and years, and signs of YHWH in Genesis 1:14-19.
Stars are used to describe the wise, righteous, and shining people in Daniel 12:3.
Stars are mentioned in the context of end times and apocalyptic events in Joel 2:10 and Zechariah.
