Strong’s H4843
מָרַר
Part of speech
Verb
Transliteration
marar
Pronunciation
mah-RAHR
Definition
To be bitter, to make bitter
Meaning
to be, bitter
Usage
The Hebrew verb "marar" primarily means "to be bitter" or "to make bitter." It is used both in a literal sense, referring to taste, and metaphorically, to describe experiences or emotions that are harsh, grievous, or distressing. The term can describe the bitterness of physical substances, as well as the bitterness of life circumstances or relationships.
Bible references
Genesis 49:23;Exodus 1:14;Exodus 23:21;Ruth 1:13;Ruth 1:20;2 Kings 4:27;Job 27:2;Isaiah 22:4;Isaiah 24:9;Daniel 8:7;Daniel 11:11;Zechariah 12:10;Zechariah 12:10