Strong’s H5675

עֲבַר

Part of speech

Noun Masculine

Transliteration

`abar

Pronunciation

ah-var

Definition

To pass over, to cross, to go through, to transgress

Meaning

a region across, on the opposite side

Usage

The Hebrew verb "abar" primarily means "to pass over" or "to cross." It is used in various contexts, including physical movement from one place to another, the passage of time, and metaphorically to describe transgression or violation of a command or law. The term can imply both a literal and figurative crossing, such as crossing a river or transgressing a covenant.

Bible references

Ezra 4:10;Ezra 4:11;Ezra 4:16;Ezra 4:17;Ezra 4:20;Ezra 5:3;Ezra 5:6;Ezra 5:6;Ezra 6:6;Ezra 6:6;Ezra 6:8;Ezra 6:13;Ezra 7:21;Ezra 7:25