Strong’s H0007

אֲבַד

Part of speech

Verb

Transliteration

abad

Pronunciation

ah-VAHD

Definition

To perish, to destroy, to lose, to be lost

Meaning

to wander away, lose oneself, to perish

Usage

The Hebrew verb 'abad primarily conveys the idea of perishing or being destroyed. It is often used in the context of something being lost or coming to an end. In the Old Testament, 'abad can refer to physical destruction, the loss of life, or the obliteration of objects or nations. It can also imply a spiritual or moral perishing, indicating a departure from God's ways leading to ruin.

Bible references

Jeremiah 10:11;Daniel 2:12;Daniel 2:18;Daniel 2:24;Daniel 2:24;Daniel 7:11;Daniel 7:26