Strong’s H5365

נָקַר

Part of speech

Verb

Transliteration

naqar

Pronunciation

nah-KAR

Definition

To bore, pierce, pick out

Meaning

to bore

Usage

The Hebrew verb "naqar" primarily means to bore or pierce through something. It is often used in contexts where physical penetration or removal is involved, such as gouging out eyes or piercing through objects. The term conveys a sense of forceful action, often with a destructive or harmful intent.

Bible references

Numbers 16:14;Judges 16:21;1 Samuel 11:2;Job 30:17;Proverbs 30:17;Isaiah 51:1