Koach

Koach is a Hebrew word meaning strength or power. It derives from the root ki-vo-ḥ (כּוֹחַ) and is used in Hebrew to refer to physical strength, capability, or influence. The form koach appears as a masculine singular noun, with plural kochot in standard usage. In modern Hebrew, the term remains common in everyday language, as well as in literature and discourse that discuss power, ability, or resilience.

In biblical and religious contexts, koach is used to describe strength, might, or the capacity to act. It appears in various phrases and expressions that convey physical prowess, endurance, or divine or communal empowerment. Because of its broad sense of capability, koach also figures into liturgical and theological discussions about human and divine power.

Koach is also used in contemporary Hebrew beyond strictly literal strength. It can be part of idiomatic expressions related to personal or communal efficacy, and it appears in names, poetry, and media as a symbol of vigor, courage, or vitality. It can be adopted as a given name in Jewish communities, reflecting the attribute of strength.

KOACH is the name of a former national student organization affiliated with Reform Judaism in North America. It served as a network for college and university Jewish life, providing programs, resources, and leadership development for campus groups. The organization connected student clubs through events, Shabbat programming, and social action initiatives, operating under the umbrella of the broader Jewish communal framework.