Strong’s H4784

מָרָה

Part of speech

Verb

Transliteration

marah

Pronunciation

mah-RAH

Definition

To rebel, be disobedient, be contentious

Meaning

to be, bitter, to rebel

Usage

The Hebrew verb "marah" primarily conveys the idea of rebellion or disobedience, often in the context of defying authority or rejecting guidance. It is used to describe actions that are contrary to the will or command of God, leaders, or parents. The term implies a deliberate choice to oppose or resist, rather than an accidental or unintentional act.

Bible references

Numbers 20:10;Numbers 20:24;Numbers 27:14;Deuteronomy 1:26;Deuteronomy 1:43;Deuteronomy 9:7;Deuteronomy 9:23;Deuteronomy 9:24;Deuteronomy 21:18;Deuteronomy 21:20;Deuteronomy 31:27;Joshua 1:18;1 Samuel 12:14;1 Samuel 12:15;1 Samuel 30:6;1 Kings 13:21;1 Kings 13:26;2 Kings 14:26;Nehemiah 9:26;Job 17:2;Psalm 5:10;Psalm 78:8;Psalm 78:17;Psalm 78:40;Psalm 78:56