Strong’s H1245

בָּקַשׁ

Part of speech

Verb

Transliteration

baqash

Pronunciation

bah-KASH

Definition

To seek, to search, to request, to desire

Meaning

to search out, to strive after

Usage

The Hebrew verb "baqash" primarily means to seek or search for something with intent and purpose. It conveys a sense of earnestness and diligence in the pursuit of an object, person, or goal. This term is often used in the context of seeking God, wisdom, or guidance, as well as in the pursuit of physical or material needs.

Bible references

Genesis 31:39;Genesis 37:15;Genesis 37:16;Genesis 43:9;Genesis 43:30;Exodus 2:15;Exodus 4:19;Exodus 4:24;Exodus 10:11;Exodus 33:7;Leviticus 19:31;Numbers 16:10;Numbers 35:23;Deuteronomy 4:29;Deuteronomy 13:10;Joshua 2:22;Joshua 22:23;Judges 4:22;Judges 6:29;Judges 14:4;Judges 18:1;Ruth 3:1;1 Samuel 9:3;1 Samuel 10:2;1 Samuel 10:14