Strong’s H3256

יָסַר

Part of speech

Verb

Transliteration

yacar

Pronunciation

yah-SAR

Definition

To discipline, to chasten, to instruct, to correct

Meaning

to chastise, to instruct

Usage

The Hebrew verb "yasar" primarily conveys the idea of discipline or correction, often with the purpose of instruction or improvement. It is used in contexts where guidance, reproof, or chastening is necessary to bring about a positive change or to maintain moral and spiritual order. The term can imply both physical discipline and moral or spiritual correction.

Bible references

Leviticus 26:18;Leviticus 26:23;Leviticus 26:28;Deuteronomy 4:36;Deuteronomy 8:5;Deuteronomy 8:5;Deuteronomy 21:18;Deuteronomy 22:18;1 Kings 12:11;1 Kings 12:11;1 Kings 12:14;1 Kings 12:14;1 Chronicles 15:22;2 Chronicles 10:11;2 Chronicles 10:14;Job 4:3;Psalm 2:10;Psalm 6:1;Psalm 16:7;Psalm 38:1;Psalm 39:11;Psalm 94:10;Psalm 94:12;Psalm 118:18;Psalm 118:18