Strong’s H5368

נְקַשׁ

Part of speech

Verb

Transliteration

nqash

Pronunciation

neh-KAHSH

Definition

To ensnare, to trap, to lay a snare

Meaning

to knock

Usage

The Hebrew verb "neqash" primarily conveys the idea of setting a trap or snare, often used metaphorically to describe the act of ensnaring someone through deceit or cunning. It is a term that reflects the intention to capture or entangle, whether physically or morally.

Bible references

Daniel 5:6