Strong’s H1295

בְּרֵכָה

Part of speech

Noun Feminine

Transliteration

brekah

Pronunciation

beh-rah-KAH

Definition

Blessing

Meaning

a reservoir

Usage

The term "berekah" primarily denotes a blessing, which can be understood as a favor or gift bestowed by God or man. It encompasses both material and spiritual benefits, often implying prosperity, peace, and divine favor. In the Hebrew Bible, "berekah" is used to describe blessings given by God to individuals, families, and nations, as well as blessings pronounced by people upon others.

Bible references

2 Samuel 2:13;2 Samuel 2:13;2 Samuel 2:13;2 Samuel 4:12;1 Kings 22:38;2 Kings 18:17;2 Kings 20:20;Nehemiah 2:14;Nehemiah 3:15;Nehemiah 3:16;Ecclesiastes 2:6;Songs 7:4;Isaiah 7:3;Isaiah 22:9;Isaiah 22:11;Isaiah 36:2;Nahum 2:8