Strong’s H1319

בָּשַׂר

Part of speech

Verb

Transliteration

basar

Pronunciation

bah-sar'

Definition

To bring news, to announce, to proclaim

Meaning

to be fresh, full, cheerful), to announce

Usage

The Hebrew verb "basar" primarily means to bring good news or to announce. It is often used in the context of proclaiming glad tidings or delivering a message of joy. In the Old Testament, it is frequently associated with the announcement of victory or salvation, reflecting the cultural importance of messengers who brought news from the battlefield or from distant lands.

Bible references

1 Samuel 4:17;1 Samuel 31:9;2 Samuel 1:20;2 Samuel 4:10;2 Samuel 18:19;2 Samuel 18:20;2 Samuel 18:20;2 Samuel 18:26;2 Samuel 18:31;1 Kings 1:42;1 Chronicles 10:9;1 Chronicles 16:23;Psalm 40:9;Psalm 68:11;Psalm 96:2;Isaiah 40:9;Isaiah 40:9;Isaiah 41:27;Isaiah 52:7;Isaiah 52:7;Isaiah 60:6;Isaiah 61:1;Jeremiah 20:15;Nahum 1:15