Strong’s H5186

נָטָה

Part of speech

Verb

Transliteration

natah

Pronunciation

naw-TAH

Definition

To stretch out, extend, spread, incline, bend

Meaning

to stretch, spread out, to bend away

Usage

The Hebrew verb "natah" primarily means to stretch out or extend. It is used in various contexts, including the physical act of stretching out one's hand, extending a tent, or spreading out the heavens. It can also imply bending or inclining, as in turning one's ear or heart towards something. The term conveys a sense of reaching out or making something accessible or available.

Bible references

Genesis 12:8;Genesis 24:14;Genesis 26:25;Genesis 33:19;Genesis 35:21;Genesis 38:1;Genesis 38:16;Genesis 39:21;Genesis 49:15;Exodus 6:6;Exodus 7:5;Exodus 7:19;Exodus 8:5;Exodus 8:6;Exodus 8:16;Exodus 8:17;Exodus 9:22;Exodus 9:23;Exodus 10:12;Exodus 10:13;Exodus 10:21;Exodus 10:22;Exodus 14:16;Exodus 14:21;Exodus 14:26