Strong’s H1639

גָּרַע

Part of speech

Verb

Transliteration

gara`

Pronunciation

gah-rah'

Definition

To diminish, to subtract, to take away

Meaning

to scrape off, to shave, remove, lessen, withhold

Usage

The Hebrew verb "gara" primarily means to diminish, reduce, or take away. It is often used in contexts where something is being subtracted or withheld. This can refer to physical objects, quantities, or even abstract concepts like honor or status. The term conveys a sense of reduction or lessening, whether in material possessions, numbers, or influence.

Bible references

Exodus 5:8;Exodus 5:11;Exodus 5:19;Exodus 21:10;Leviticus 27:18;Numbers 9:7;Numbers 27:4;Numbers 36:3;Numbers 36:3;Numbers 36:4;Deuteronomy 4:2;Deuteronomy 12:32;Job 15:4;Job 15:8;Job 36:7;Job 36:27;Ecclesiastes 3:14;Isaiah 15:2;Jeremiah 26:2;Jeremiah 48:37;Ezekiel 5:11;Ezekiel 16:27