Strong’s H5056

נַגָּח

Part of speech

Adjective

Transliteration

naggach

Pronunciation

nag-gakh'

Definition

To gore, to push, to thrust

Meaning

butting, vicious

Usage

The Hebrew verb "naggach" primarily means to gore, as with the horns of an animal, typically an ox. It conveys the action of thrusting or pushing with force, often resulting in injury or death. This term is used in the context of describing the behavior of animals, particularly in legal texts concerning the responsibility of an animal owner.

Bible references

Exodus 21:29;Exodus 21:36