Strong’s H3733

כַּר

Part of speech

Noun Masculine

Transliteration

kar

Pronunciation

kar

Definition

Ram, lamb, battering ram

Meaning

a ram, a, battering-ram, a meadow, a pad, camel's saddle

Usage

The Hebrew word "kar" primarily refers to a "ram," which is a male sheep. In the context of the Old Testament, it is often used to denote a ram as an animal for sacrifice or as a symbol of strength and leadership. The term can also refer to a "battering ram," an ancient military tool used to break through fortifications.

Bible references

Genesis 31:34;Deuteronomy 32:14;1 Samuel 15:9;2 Kings 3:4;Psalm 37:20;Psalm 65:13;Isaiah 16:1;Isaiah 30:23;Isaiah 34:6;Jeremiah 51:40;Ezekiel 4:2;Ezekiel 21:22;Ezekiel 21:22;Ezekiel 27:21;Ezekiel 39:18;Amos 6:4