Strong’s H5307

נָפַל

Part of speech

Verb

Transliteration

naphal

Pronunciation

naw-fal'

Definition

To fall, to lie, to be cast down, to fail

Meaning

to fall

Usage

The Hebrew verb "naphal" primarily means "to fall" and is used in various contexts throughout the Old Testament. It can refer to physical falling, such as a person or object falling to the ground, or metaphorical falling, such as falling into sin or judgment. It also conveys the idea of being overthrown or defeated, as well as the act of prostrating oneself in worship or submission.

Bible references

Genesis 2:21;Genesis 4:5;Genesis 4:6;Genesis 14:10;Genesis 15:12;Genesis 15:12;Genesis 17:3;Genesis 17:17;Genesis 24:64;Genesis 25:18;Genesis 33:4;Genesis 43:18;Genesis 44:14;Genesis 45:14;Genesis 46:29;Genesis 49:17;Genesis 50:1;Genesis 50:18;Exodus 15:16;Exodus 19:21;Exodus 21:18;Exodus 21:27;Exodus 21:33;Exodus 32:28;Leviticus 9:24