Strong’s H1596

גְּנַז

Part of speech

Noun Masculine

Transliteration

gnaz

Pronunciation

geh-naz

Definition

To hide, store, treasure up

Meaning

treasure

Usage

The Hebrew verb "genaz" primarily means to hide or store something away, often with the connotation of treasuring or preserving it for future use. It implies a deliberate act of concealing something valuable or important, ensuring its protection and safekeeping.

Bible references

Ezra 5:17;Ezra 6:1;Ezra 7:20