Strong’s H5227

נֹכַח

Part of speech

Adverb

Transliteration

nokach

Pronunciation

NO-kakh

Definition

Before, in front of, opposite, in the presence of

Meaning

the front part, opposite, in front of, forward, in behalf of

Usage

The Hebrew word "nokach" is primarily used to denote spatial orientation, indicating something that is directly in front of or opposite another object or person. It can also imply being in the presence of someone or something, suggesting a face-to-face encounter or direct confrontation. In a broader sense, it can convey the idea of straightforwardness or directness.

Bible references

Genesis 25:21;Genesis 30:38;Exodus 26:35;Exodus 40:24;Numbers 19:4;Joshua 15:7;Joshua 18:17;Judges 18:6;Judges 19:10;Judges 20:43;1 Kings 20:29;1 Kings 22:35;2 Chronicles 18:34;Esther 5:1;Esther 5:1;Proverbs 4:25;Proverbs 5:21;Jeremiah 17:16;Lamentations 2:19;Ezekiel 14:3;Ezekiel 14:4;Ezekiel 14:7;Ezekiel 47:20