Strong’s H2713

חָקַר

Part of speech

Verb

Transliteration

chaqar

Pronunciation

khaw-kar'

Definition

To search, to investigate, to examine, to explore

Meaning

to penetrate, to examine intimately

Usage

The Hebrew verb "chaqar" primarily means to search or investigate thoroughly. It conveys the idea of a deep and diligent examination, often used in contexts where understanding or uncovering hidden truths is necessary. This term is frequently employed in the Bible to describe the act of seeking out knowledge, wisdom, or understanding, whether it be of God's creation, His laws, or the human heart.

Bible references

Deuteronomy 13:14;Judges 18:2;Judges 18:2;1 Samuel 20:12;2 Samuel 10:3;1 Kings 7:47;1 Chronicles 19:3;2 Chronicles 4:18;Job 5:27;Job 13:9;Job 28:3;Job 28:27;Job 29:16;Job 32:11;Psalm 44:21;Psalm 139:1;Psalm 139:23;Proverbs 18:17;Proverbs 23:30;Proverbs 25:2;Proverbs 28:11;Ecclesiastes 12:9;Jeremiah 17:10;Jeremiah 31:37;Jeremiah 46:23