Strong’s H1792

דָּכָא

Part of speech

Verb

Transliteration

daka'

Pronunciation

dah-KAH

Definition

To crush, to break, to contrite

Meaning

to crumble, to bruise

Usage

The Hebrew verb "daka" primarily conveys the idea of crushing or breaking something into pieces. It is often used metaphorically to describe a state of being broken in spirit or contrite in heart. This term is frequently associated with humility, repentance, and the acknowledgment of one's own sinfulness before God. In the context of the Old Testament, "daka" emphasizes the importance of a contrite heart as a prerequisite for receiving God's mercy and forgiveness.

Bible references

Job 4:19;Job 5:4;Job 6:9;Job 19:2;Job 22:9;Job 34:25;Psalm 72:4;Psalm 89:10;Psalm 94:5;Psalm 143:3;Proverbs 22:22;Isaiah 3:15;Isaiah 19:10;Isaiah 53:5;Isaiah 53:10;Isaiah 57:15;Jeremiah 44:10;Lamentations 3:34