Strong’s H5341

נָצַר

Part of speech

Verb

Transliteration

natsar

Pronunciation

naw-tsar'

Definition

To guard, to keep, to observe, to preserve

Meaning

to guard, a bad one

Usage

The Hebrew verb "natsar" primarily means to guard or keep something with care. It conveys the idea of protecting or preserving something valuable, often with a sense of vigilance and attentiveness. In the biblical context, it is frequently used to describe the act of keeping commandments, guarding one's heart, or preserving knowledge and wisdom.

Bible references

Exodus 34:7;Deuteronomy 32:10;Deuteronomy 33:9;2 Kings 17:9;2 Kings 18:8;Job 7:20;Job 27:18;Psalm 12:7;Psalm 25:10;Psalm 25:21;Psalm 31:23;Psalm 32:7;Psalm 34:13;Psalm 40:11;Psalm 61:7;Psalm 64:1;Psalm 78:7;Psalm 105:45;Psalm 119:2;Psalm 119:22;Psalm 119:33;Psalm 119:34;Psalm 119:56;Psalm 119:69;Psalm 119:100