Hebrew Word Study
The meaning of “פָּתַר”
Understanding pâthar reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
interpret(-ation, -er). - to open up, i.e. (figuratively) interpret (a dream) 1) (Qal) to interpret (dreams)
H6622
Hebrew Text
Strong's Concordance
פָּתַר
Phoneticpaw-thar'
Transliterationpâthar
Grammar Code
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Hebrew Verb
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
interpret(-ation, -er). - to open up, i.e. (figuratively) interpret (a dream) 1) (Qal) to interpret (dreams)
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
7 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Genesis 41:8 | “And it came to pass in the morning that his spirit was troubled; and he sent and called for all the magicians of Egypt, and all the wise men thereof: and Pharaoh told them his dream; but there was none that could interpret them unto Pharaoh.” Word: פָּתַר (pâthar) |
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