Hebrew Word Study
The meaning of “גָּרַס”
Understanding gâraç reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
break. - to crush - also (intransitively and figuratively) to dissolve 1) to be crushed, be broken 1a) (Qal) to be crush...
H1638
Hebrew Text
Strong's Concordance
גָּרַס
Phoneticgaw-ras'
Transliterationgâraç
Grammar Code
H:V
Hebrew Verb
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
break. - to crush - also (intransitively and figuratively) to dissolve 1) to be crushed, be broken 1a) (Qal) to be crushed 1b) (Hiphil) to crush, break (the teeth)
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
2 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Psalms 119:20 | “My soul breaketh for the longing that it hath unto thy judgments at all times.” Word: גָּרַס (gâraç) | |
| Lamentations 3:16 | “He hath also broken my teeth with gravel stones, he hath covered me with ashes.” Word: גָּרַס (gâraç) |
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