Strong’s H2142

זָכַר

Part of speech

Verb

Transliteration

zakar

Pronunciation

zah-KAR

Definition

To remember, to recall, to call to mind, to mention

Meaning

to mark, to remember, to mention, to be male

Usage

The Hebrew verb "zakar" primarily means "to remember" or "to recall." It is used in various contexts throughout the Old Testament, often implying an active process of recalling or bringing something to mind. This can involve remembering past events, promises, or commandments. It can also mean to mention or commemorate something, often in the context of worship or covenantal faithfulness.

Bible references

Genesis 8:1;Genesis 9:15;Genesis 9:16;Genesis 19:29;Genesis 30:22;Genesis 40:14;Genesis 40:14;Genesis 40:23;Genesis 41:9;Genesis 42:9;Exodus 2:24;Exodus 6:5;Exodus 13:3;Exodus 20:8;Exodus 20:24;Exodus 23:13;Exodus 32:13;Exodus 34:19;Leviticus 26:42;Leviticus 26:42;Leviticus 26:42;Leviticus 26:45;Numbers 5:15;Numbers 10:9;Numbers 11:5