Strong’s H1897

הָגָה

Part of speech

Verb

Transliteration

hagah

Pronunciation

hah-GAH

Definition

To meditate, to murmur, to ponder, to speak, to utter

Meaning

to murmur, to ponder

Usage

The Hebrew verb "hagah" primarily means to meditate or to ponder deeply. It conveys the idea of a thoughtful, reflective consideration, often accompanied by a low sound or murmur, as one might do when speaking softly to oneself. In the context of the Hebrew Bible, "hagah" is frequently used to describe the act of meditating on God's law, His works, or His words, suggesting a deep, internalized engagement with divine truths.

Bible references

Joshua 1:8;Job 27:4;Psalm 1:2;Psalm 2:1;Psalm 35:28;Psalm 37:30;Psalm 38:12;Psalm 63:6;Psalm 71:24;Psalm 77:12;Psalm 115:7;Psalm 143:5;Proverbs 8:7;Proverbs 15:28;Proverbs 24:2;Isaiah 8:19;Isaiah 16:7;Isaiah 31:4;Isaiah 33:18;Isaiah 38:14;Isaiah 59:3;Isaiah 59:11;Isaiah 59:11;Isaiah 59:13;Jeremiah 48:31