Strong’s H5049
נֶגֶד
Part of speech
Preposition
Transliteration
neged
Pronunciation
NEH-ged
Definition
Before, in front of, opposite, against
Meaning
opposite
Usage
The Hebrew word "neged" is primarily used as a preposition to denote spatial or metaphorical positioning. It can mean "before" or "in front of" when describing physical placement, or "opposite" and "against" in a more abstract sense. It often conveys the idea of something being in direct view or presence, suggesting a face-to-face encounter or confrontation.
Bible references
Daniel 6:10