Strong’s H1624

גָּרָה

Part of speech

Verb

Transliteration

garah

Pronunciation

gah-RAH

Definition

To stir up, provoke, contend

Meaning

to grate, to anger

Usage

The Hebrew verb "garah" primarily means to stir up or provoke, often in the context of inciting action or causing contention. It can refer to both physical and emotional provocation, such as stirring up anger or inciting a group to action. The term is used in various contexts, including personal disputes and larger conflicts.

Bible references

Deuteronomy 2:5;Deuteronomy 2:9;Deuteronomy 2:19;Deuteronomy 2:24;2 Kings 14:10;2 Chronicles 25:19;Proverbs 15:18;Proverbs 28:4;Proverbs 28:25;Proverbs 29:22;Jeremiah 50:24;Daniel 11:10;Daniel 11:10;Daniel 11:25