Easton's Bible Dictionary: M. G. Easton, M.A., D.D.
At first made of reeds, and then of wood tipped with iron. Arrows are sometimes figuratively put for lightning (Dt. 32:23, 42; Ps. 7:13, 18:14, 144:6; Zech. 9:14). They were used in war as well as in the chase (Gen. 27:3, 49:23). They were also used in divination (Ezek. 21:21).
The word is frequently employed as a symbol of calamity or disease inflicted by God (Job 6:4, 34:6; Ps. 38:2; Dt. 32:23. Comp. Ezek. 5:16), or of some sudden danger (Ps. 91:5), or bitter words (Ps. 64:3), or false testimony (Pr. 25:18).