Strong’s H1262

בָּרָה

Part of speech

Verb

Transliteration

barah

Pronunciation

bah-RAH

Definition

To eat, consume, choose

Meaning

to select, to feed, to render clear

Usage

The Hebrew verb "barah" primarily means "to eat" or "to consume." It is used in the context of selecting or choosing food, often implying a deliberate or discerning choice. The term can also extend metaphorically to the idea of consuming or partaking in something, whether physically or spiritually.

Bible references

1 Samuel 17:8;2 Samuel 3:35;2 Samuel 13:5;2 Samuel 13:6;2 Samuel 13:10;Lamentations 4:10