Strong’s H5256

נְסַח

Part of speech

Verb

Transliteration

ncach

Pronunciation

neh-sakh

Definition

Drink offering, libation

Meaning

to tear away

Usage

The term "nesach" refers to a liquid offering, typically wine, that is poured out as part of a sacrificial ritual. In the context of ancient Israelite worship, a drink offering was often presented alongside other sacrifices, such as burnt offerings or grain offerings, as a means of honoring and appeasing God.

Bible references

Ezra 6:11