Hebrew Word Study
The meaning of “בִּקֹּרֶת”
Understanding biqqôreth reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
scourged. - properly, examination, i.e. (by implication) punishment 1) punishment (after judicial enquiry), compensation
H1244
Hebrew Text
Strong's Concordance
בִּקֹּרֶת
Phoneticbik-ko-reth
Transliterationbiqqôreth
Grammar Code
H:N-F
Hebrew Noun, Feminine
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
scourged. - properly, examination, i.e. (by implication) punishment 1) punishment (after judicial enquiry), compensation
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
1 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Leviticus 19:20 | “And whosoever lieth carnally with a woman, that is a bondmaid, betrothed to an husband, and not at all redeemed, nor freedom given her; she shall be scourged; they shall not be put to death, because she was not free.” Word: בִּקֹּרֶת (biqqôreth) |
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