Strong’s H1241

בָּקָר

Part of speech

Noun Masculine

Transliteration

baqar

Pronunciation

baw-KAR

Definition

Cattle, herd, oxen

Meaning

beef cattle, ox, a herd

Usage

The Hebrew word "baqar" primarily refers to cattle or oxen, often used in the context of livestock. It is a term that encompasses domesticated bovine animals, which were integral to agricultural life in ancient Israel. The word is used to describe animals that were essential for plowing fields, providing milk, and serving as sacrificial offerings.

Bible references

Genesis 12:16;Genesis 13:5;Genesis 18:7;Genesis 18:7;Genesis 18:8;Genesis 20:14;Genesis 21:27;Genesis 24:35;Genesis 26:14;Genesis 32:7;Genesis 33:13;Genesis 34:28;Genesis 45:10;Genesis 46:32;Genesis 47:1;Genesis 47:17;Genesis 50:8;Exodus 9:3;Exodus 10:9;Exodus 10:24;Exodus 12:32;Exodus 12:38;Exodus 20:24;Exodus 22:1;Exodus 29:1