Strong’s H4305

מָטַר

Part of speech

Verb

Transliteration

matar

Pronunciation

mah-TAR

Definition

To rain, to cause to rain

Meaning

to rain

Usage

The Hebrew verb "matar" primarily means "to rain" or "to cause to rain." It is used in the context of God providing rain upon the earth, which is essential for agriculture and sustaining life. The term can also imply divine blessing or judgment, depending on the context in which rain is given or withheld.

Bible references

Genesis 2:5;Genesis 7:4;Genesis 19:24;Exodus 9:18;Exodus 9:23;Exodus 16:4;Job 20:23;Job 38:26;Psalm 11:6;Psalm 78:24;Psalm 78:27;Isaiah 5:6;Ezekiel 38:22;Amos 4:7;Amos 4:7;Amos 4:7;Amos 4:7