Strong’s H4631

מְעָרָה

Part of speech

Noun Feminine

Transliteration

m`arah

Pronunciation

meh-aw-RAW

Definition

Cave

Meaning

a cavern

Usage

The Hebrew word "me'arah" refers to a natural underground chamber or hollow in the earth, commonly translated as "cave" in English. In the biblical context, caves were often used as places of refuge, burial, and habitation. They served as natural fortresses and hiding places during times of danger or conflict.

Bible references

Genesis 19:30;Genesis 23:9;Genesis 23:11;Genesis 23:17;Genesis 23:19;Genesis 23:20;Genesis 25:9;Genesis 49:29;Genesis 49:30;Genesis 49:32;Genesis 50:13;Joshua 10:16;Joshua 10:17;Joshua 10:18;Joshua 10:22;Joshua 10:22;Joshua 10:23;Joshua 10:27;Joshua 10:27;Judges 6:2;1 Samuel 13:6;1 Samuel 22:1;1 Samuel 24:3;1 Samuel 24:3;1 Samuel 24:7