Strong’s H2119

זָחַל

Part of speech

Verb

Transliteration

zachal

Pronunciation

zah-khal'

Definition

To crawl, to creep

Meaning

to crawl, to fear

Usage

The Hebrew verb "zachal" primarily means to crawl or to creep. It is often used to describe the movement of creatures that move close to the ground, such as reptiles or insects. The term conveys a sense of lowliness or humility, as the action of crawling is associated with being close to the earth.

Bible references

Deuteronomy 32:24;Job 32:6;Micah 7:17