Strong’s H1288

בָרַךְ

Part of speech

Verb

Transliteration

barak

Pronunciation

bah-rahk

Definition

To bless, to kneel

Meaning

to kneel, to bless God, man, to curse

Usage

The Hebrew verb "barak" primarily means "to bless." It is used in various contexts to denote the act of blessing, which can be understood as invoking divine favor, expressing gratitude, or bestowing prosperity. The word can also imply the act of kneeling, which is often associated with worship or showing reverence. In the Bible, "barak" is used to describe God's blessing upon individuals, the blessings people bestow upon one another, and the blessings offered to God in worship.

Bible references

Genesis 1:22;Genesis 1:28;Genesis 2:3;Genesis 5:2;Genesis 9:1;Genesis 9:26;Genesis 12:2;Genesis 12:3;Genesis 12:3;Genesis 12:3;Genesis 14:19;Genesis 14:19;Genesis 14:20;Genesis 17:16;Genesis 17:16;Genesis 17:20;Genesis 18:18;Genesis 22:17;Genesis 22:17;Genesis 22:18;Genesis 24:1;Genesis 24:11;Genesis 24:27;Genesis 24:31;Genesis 24:35