The meaning of “גָּהַר”
Understanding gâhar reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
cast self down, stretch self. - to prostrate oneself 1) (Qal) to bend, crouch
גָּהַר
cast self down, stretch self. - to prostrate oneself 1) (Qal) to bend, crouch
Occurrences in the Bible
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Kings 18:42 | “So Ahab went up to eat and to drink. And Elijah went up to the top of Carmel; and he cast himself down upon the earth, and put his face between his knees,” Word: גָּהַר (gâhar) | |
| 2 Kings 4:34 | “And he went up, and lay upon the child, and put his mouth upon his mouth, and his eyes upon his eyes, and his hands upon his hands: and he stretched himself upon the child; and the flesh of the child waxed warm.” Word: גָּהַר (gâhar) | |
| 2 Kings 4:35 | “Then he returned, and walked in the house to and fro; and went up, and stretched himself upon him: and the child sneezed seven times, and the child opened his eyes.” Word: גָּהַר (gâhar) |
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