Strong’s H0983

בֶּטח

Part of speech

Noun Masculine

Transliteration

betach

Pronunciation

BEH-takh

Definition

Security, safety, confidence, trust

Meaning

a place of refuge, safety, safely

Usage

The Hebrew word "betach" primarily conveys a sense of security and confidence, often in the context of trust in God or a state of being free from fear. It is used to describe both physical safety and spiritual assurance. In the Old Testament, "betach" is frequently associated with the peace and security that come from reliance on God.

Bible references

Genesis 34:25;Leviticus 25:18;Leviticus 25:19;Leviticus 26:5;Deuteronomy 12:10;Deuteronomy 33:12;Deuteronomy 33:28;Judges 8:11;Judges 18:7;1 Samuel 12:11;1 Kings 4:25;Job 11:18;Job 24:23;Psalm 4:8;Psalm 16:9;Psalm 78:53;Proverbs 1:33;Proverbs 3:23;Proverbs 3:29;Proverbs 10:9;Isaiah 14:30;Isaiah 32:17;Isaiah 47:8;Jeremiah 23:6;Jeremiah 32:37