Strong’s H3947

לָקַח

Part of speech

Verb

Transliteration

laqach

Pronunciation

lah-kakh'

Definition

To take, receive, seize, acquire, buy, bring, marry, accept

Meaning

to take

Usage

The Hebrew verb "laqach" primarily means "to take" or "to receive." It is a versatile word used in various contexts, including acquiring possessions, receiving gifts, taking a wife in marriage, or seizing something by force. The word can also imply acceptance or adoption of ideas or practices.

Bible references

Genesis 2:15;Genesis 2:21;Genesis 2:22;Genesis 2:23;Genesis 3:6;Genesis 3:19;Genesis 3:22;Genesis 3:23;Genesis 4:11;Genesis 4:19;Genesis 5:24;Genesis 6:2;Genesis 6:21;Genesis 7:2;Genesis 8:9;Genesis 8:20;Genesis 9:23;Genesis 11:29;Genesis 11:31;Genesis 12:5;Genesis 12:15;Genesis 12:19;Genesis 12:19;Genesis 14:11;Genesis 14:12