Strong’s H3533

כָּבַשׁ

Part of speech

Verb

Transliteration

kabash

Pronunciation

kah-VASH

Definition

To subdue, bring into bondage, subject, force, keep under, bring into subjection

Meaning

to tread down, negatively, to disregard, positively, to conquer, subjugate, violate

Usage

The Hebrew verb "kabash" primarily means to subdue or bring under control. It conveys the idea of exerting authority or dominion over something or someone. In the context of the Bible, it often refers to the act of subduing the earth or enemies, indicating a sense of stewardship or dominion granted by God.

Bible references

Genesis 1:28;Numbers 32:22;Numbers 32:29;Joshua 18:1;2 Samuel 8:11;1 Chronicles 22:18;2 Chronicles 28:10;Nehemiah 5:5;Nehemiah 5:5;Esther 7:8;Jeremiah 34:11;Jeremiah 34:16;Micah 7:19;Zechariah 9:15