Strong’s H5462

סָגַר

Part of speech

Verb

Transliteration

cagar

Pronunciation

sah-GAR

Definition

To shut, close, deliver, give over

Meaning

to shut up, to surrender

Usage

The Hebrew verb "sagar" primarily means to shut or close something, such as a door or gate. It can also imply delivering or giving over, often in the context of delivering someone into the hands of another, such as an enemy. This term is used in various contexts, including physical closure, divine action, and metaphorical or judicial settings.

Bible references

Genesis 2:21;Genesis 7:16;Genesis 19:6;Genesis 19:10;Exodus 14:3;Leviticus 13:4;Leviticus 13:5;Leviticus 13:11;Leviticus 13:21;Leviticus 13:26;Leviticus 13:31;Leviticus 13:33;Leviticus 13:50;Leviticus 13:54;Leviticus 14:38;Leviticus 14:46;Numbers 12:14;Numbers 12:15;Deuteronomy 23:15;Deuteronomy 32:30;Joshua 2:5;Joshua 2:7;Joshua 6:1;Joshua 6:1;Joshua 20:5