Strong’s H2026

הָרַג

Part of speech

Verb

Transliteration

harag

Pronunciation

hah-rag

Definition

To kill, slay, destroy

Meaning

to smite with deadly intent

Usage

The Hebrew verb "harag" primarily means to kill or slay. It is used in the context of taking life, whether in warfare, murder, or execution. The term can imply both intentional and unintentional acts of killing. It is often used in the Old Testament to describe acts of violence, judgment, or divine retribution.

Bible references

Genesis 4:8;Genesis 4:14;Genesis 4:15;Genesis 4:23;Genesis 4:25;Genesis 12:12;Genesis 20:4;Genesis 20:11;Genesis 26:7;Genesis 27:41;Genesis 27:42;Genesis 34:25;Genesis 34:26;Genesis 37:20;Genesis 37:26;Genesis 49:6;Exodus 2:14;Exodus 2:14;Exodus 2:15;Exodus 4:23;Exodus 5:21;Exodus 13:15;Exodus 21:14;Exodus 22:24;Exodus 23:7