Strong’s H3735

כָּרָא

Part of speech

Verb

Transliteration

Kara'

Pronunciation

keh-rah

Definition

Leg, thigh

Meaning

to grieve

Usage

The Hebrew word "kera" primarily refers to the leg or thigh of an animal, often used in the context of sacrificial offerings. It denotes the part of the animal that is given as a portion in various sacrificial rites, particularly in the context of peace offerings where the thigh is given to the priest as a portion.

Bible references

Daniel 7:15