Strong’s H2145

זָכָר

Part of speech

noun masculine; Adjective

Transliteration

zakar

Pronunciation

zah-KAR

Definition

Male

Meaning

remembered, a male

Usage

The Hebrew word "zakar" primarily refers to a male individual, whether human or animal. It is used to distinguish the male gender in various contexts, including genealogies, laws, and descriptions of sacrificial animals. The term underscores the biological and social roles assigned to males within the biblical narrative.

Bible references

Genesis 1:27;Genesis 5:2;Genesis 6:19;Genesis 7:3;Genesis 7:9;Genesis 7:16;Genesis 17:10;Genesis 17:12;Genesis 17:14;Genesis 17:23;Genesis 34:15;Genesis 34:22;Genesis 34:24;Genesis 34:25;Exodus 12:5;Exodus 12:48;Exodus 13:12;Exodus 13:15;Leviticus 1:3;Leviticus 1:10;Leviticus 3:1;Leviticus 3:6;Leviticus 4:23;Leviticus 6:18;Leviticus 6:29