Strong’s H1272

בָּרַח

Part of speech

Verb

Transliteration

barach

Pronunciation

baw-rakh'

Definition

To flee, to escape, to run away

Meaning

to bolt, to flee suddenly

Usage

The Hebrew verb "barach" primarily means to flee or escape. It is used in the context of someone running away from danger, pursuing enemies, or undesirable situations. The term conveys a sense of urgency and the need for immediate departure from a threatening or oppressive circumstance.

Bible references

Genesis 16:6;Genesis 16:8;Genesis 27:43;Genesis 31:20;Genesis 31:21;Genesis 31:22;Genesis 31:27;Genesis 35:1;Genesis 35:7;Exodus 2:15;Exodus 14:5;Exodus 26:28;Exodus 36:33;Numbers 24:11;Judges 9:21;Judges 11:3;1 Samuel 19:12;1 Samuel 19:18;1 Samuel 20:1;1 Samuel 21:11;1 Samuel 22:17;1 Samuel 22:20;1 Samuel 23:6;1 Samuel 27:4;2 Samuel 4:3