Strong’s H1069

בָּכַר

Part of speech

Verb

Transliteration

bakar

Pronunciation

bah-KAR

Definition

To bear early fruit, to be born first, to be firstborn

Meaning

to give the birthright

Usage

The Hebrew verb "bakar" primarily means to be born first or to bear early fruit. It is often used in the context of birthright and primogeniture, referring to the firstborn child, who traditionally held a place of prominence and received a double portion of the inheritance. This term underscores the importance of the firstborn in familial and societal structures in ancient Israel.

Bible references

Leviticus 27:26;Jeremiah 4:31;Ezekiel 47:12