Strong’s H2637

חָסֵר

Part of speech

Verb

Transliteration

chacer

Pronunciation

khaw-sare'

Definition

To lack, to be without, to decrease, to be in need

Meaning

to lack, to fail, want, lessen

Usage

The Hebrew verb "chaser" primarily conveys the idea of lacking or being deficient in some respect. It is used to describe situations where something is missing or insufficient, whether it be material possessions, wisdom, or spiritual qualities. The term can also imply a decrease or reduction in quantity or quality.

Bible references

Genesis 8:3;Genesis 8:5;Genesis 18:28;Exodus 16:18;Deuteronomy 2:7;Deuteronomy 8:9;Deuteronomy 15:8;1 Kings 17:14;Nehemiah 9:21;Psalm 8:5;Psalm 23:1;Psalm 34:10;Proverbs 13:25;Proverbs 31:11;Ecclesiastes 4:8;Ecclesiastes 9:8;Songs 7:2;Isaiah 32:6;Isaiah 51:14;Jeremiah 44:18;Ezekiel 4:17