Strong’s H5648
עֲבַד
Part of speech
Verb
Transliteration
`abad
Pronunciation
ah-vad'
Definition
To work, serve, labor, worship
Meaning
to do, make, prepare, keep
Usage
The Hebrew verb "abad" primarily means to work or serve. It encompasses a range of activities from physical labor to acts of worship. In the context of servitude, it can refer to both voluntary service and forced labor. The term is also used in a religious sense, indicating the worship and service of God.
Bible references
Ezra 4:15;Ezra 4:19;Ezra 4:22;Ezra 5:8;Ezra 6:8;Ezra 6:11;Ezra 6:12;Ezra 6:13;Ezra 6:16;Ezra 7:18;Ezra 7:18;Ezra 7:21;Ezra 7:23;Ezra 7:26;Ezra 7:26;Jeremiah 10:11;Daniel 2:5;Daniel 3:1;Daniel 3:15;Daniel 3:29;Daniel 4:2;Daniel 4:35;Daniel 4:35;Daniel 5:1;Daniel 6:10