Strong’s H4049

מְגַר

Part of speech

Verb

Transliteration

mgar

Pronunciation

meh-GAHR

Definition

Fear, dread

Meaning

to overthrow

Usage

The Hebrew word "megar" is used to convey a sense of fear or dread. It often describes a profound emotional response to a perceived threat or divine presence. In the context of the Hebrew Bible, it can refer to both the fear of God, which is a reverential awe, and the fear of enemies or impending danger.

Bible references

Ezra 6:12