Strong’s H5074

נָדַד

Part of speech

Verb

Transliteration

nadad

Pronunciation

naw-DAD

Definition

To flee, to wander, to move to and fro, to flutter

Meaning

to wave to and fro, to rove, flee, to drive away

Usage

The Hebrew verb "nadad" primarily conveys the idea of movement, often in the context of fleeing or wandering. It can describe physical movement away from a place or situation, as well as a more abstract sense of restlessness or instability. The term is used to depict both literal and metaphorical flight, such as fleeing from danger or experiencing a lack of peace.

Bible references

Genesis 31:40;2 Samuel 23:6;Esther 6:1;Job 15:23;Job 18:18;Job 20:8;Psalm 31:11;Psalm 55:7;Psalm 64:8;Psalm 68:12;Psalm 68:12;Proverbs 27:8;Proverbs 27:8;Isaiah 10:14;Isaiah 10:31;Isaiah 16:2;Isaiah 16:3;Isaiah 21:14;Isaiah 21:15;Isaiah 22:3;Isaiah 33:3;Jeremiah 4:25;Jeremiah 9:10;Jeremiah 49:5;Hosea 7:13