Strong’s H5059

נָגַן

Part of speech

Verb

Transliteration

nagan

Pronunciation

naw-GAN

Definition

To play (a stringed instrument), to make music

Meaning

to thrum, beat a, tune with the fingers, to play on a, stringed instrument, to make music

Usage

The Hebrew verb "nagan" primarily means to play a stringed instrument or to make music. It is often used in the context of worship and celebration, where music plays a significant role in expressing joy, praise, and devotion to God. The term can also imply the skillful playing of instruments, often associated with the Levites and temple musicians in the Old Testament.

Bible references

1 Samuel 16:16;1 Samuel 16:16;1 Samuel 16:17;1 Samuel 16:18;1 Samuel 16:23;1 Samuel 18:10;1 Samuel 19:9;2 Kings 3:15;2 Kings 3:15;2 Kings 3:15;Psalm 33:3;Psalm 68:25;Isaiah 23:16;Isaiah 38:20;Ezekiel 33:32