Strong’s H0779

אָרַר

Part of speech

Verb

Transliteration

arar

Pronunciation

ah-RAHR

Definition

To curse

Meaning

to execrate

Usage

The Hebrew verb "arar" primarily means "to curse" or "to bind with a curse." It conveys the idea of invoking divine harm or misfortune upon someone or something. In the biblical context, it often reflects a solemn pronouncement of judgment or a declaration of being set apart for destruction.

Bible references

Genesis 3:14;Genesis 3:17;Genesis 4:11;Genesis 5:29;Genesis 9:25;Genesis 12:3;Genesis 27:29;Genesis 27:29;Genesis 49:7;Exodus 22:28;Numbers 5:18;Numbers 5:19;Numbers 5:22;Numbers 5:24;Numbers 5:24;Numbers 5:27;Numbers 22:6;Numbers 22:6;Numbers 22:6;Numbers 22:12;Numbers 23:7;Numbers 24:9;Numbers 24:9;Deuteronomy 27:15;Deuteronomy 27:16