Strong’s H5262
נֶסֶךְ
Part of speech
Noun Masculine
Transliteration
necek
Pronunciation
NEH-sek
Definition
Drink offering, libation
Meaning
a libation, a cast idol
Usage
The term "necek" 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 necek was often offered alongside other sacrifices, such as burnt offerings or grain offerings, as a means of honoring and appeasing God. The act of pouring out a drink offering symbolized the dedication and surrender of one's life and resources to God.
Bible references
Genesis 35:14;Exodus 29:40;Exodus 29:41;Exodus 30:9;Leviticus 23:13;Leviticus 23:18;Leviticus 23:37;Numbers 4:7;Numbers 6:15;Numbers 6:17;Numbers 15:5;Numbers 15:7;Numbers 15:10;Numbers 15:24;Numbers 28:7;Numbers 28:7;Numbers 28:8;Numbers 28:9;Numbers 28:10;Numbers 28:14;Numbers 28:15;Numbers 28:24;Numbers 28:31;Numbers 29:6;Numbers 29:11