Strong’s H2891

טָהֵר

Part of speech

Verb

Transliteration

taher

Pronunciation

tah-hare'

Definition

To be clean, to purify, to be pure

Meaning

to be pure

Usage

The Hebrew verb "taher" primarily means to be clean or pure, both in a physical and ceremonial sense. It is used to describe the process of purification, whether it be of objects, people, or moral states. The term can refer to the cleansing from physical impurities, such as leprosy or other diseases, as well as the purification required for religious rituals. It also extends to moral and spiritual purity, emphasizing a state of holiness and righteousness before God.

Bible references

Genesis 35:2;Leviticus 11:32;Leviticus 12:7;Leviticus 12:8;Leviticus 13:6;Leviticus 13:6;Leviticus 13:13;Leviticus 13:17;Leviticus 13:23;Leviticus 13:28;Leviticus 13:34;Leviticus 13:34;Leviticus 13:37;Leviticus 13:58;Leviticus 13:59;Leviticus 14:4;Leviticus 14:7;Leviticus 14:7;Leviticus 14:8;Leviticus 14:8;Leviticus 14:9;Leviticus 14:11;Leviticus 14:11;Leviticus 14:14;Leviticus 14:17