Strong’s H3034

יָדָה

Part of speech

Verb

Transliteration

yadah

Pronunciation

yah-DAH

Definition

To give thanks, to praise, to confess

Meaning

to throw, at, away, to revere, worship, to bemoan

Usage

The Hebrew verb "yadah" primarily means to express gratitude or praise, often directed towards God. It encompasses the act of giving thanks, confessing, and acknowledging God's character and deeds. In the context of worship, "yadah" involves a heartfelt expression of reverence and adoration, often accompanied by physical gestures such as raising hands.

Bible references

Genesis 29:35;Genesis 49:8;Leviticus 5:5;Leviticus 16:21;Leviticus 26:40;Numbers 5:7;2 Samuel 22:50;1 Kings 8:33;1 Kings 8:35;1 Chronicles 16:4;1 Chronicles 16:7;1 Chronicles 16:8;1 Chronicles 16:34;1 Chronicles 16:35;1 Chronicles 16:41;1 Chronicles 23:30;1 Chronicles 25:3;1 Chronicles 29:13;2 Chronicles 5:13;2 Chronicles 6:24;2 Chronicles 6:26;2 Chronicles 7:3;2 Chronicles 7:6;2 Chronicles 20:21;2 Chronicles 30:22