Strong’s H5786
עָוַר
Part of speech
Verb
Transliteration
`avar
Pronunciation
ah-var
Definition
To blind, to make blind, to put out the eyes
Meaning
to blind
Usage
The Hebrew verb "avar" primarily means to blind or to cause blindness. It is used in the context of physical blindness, as well as metaphorically to describe spiritual or moral blindness. The term can imply an action that results in the loss of sight or understanding, often as a consequence of judgment or deception.
Bible references
Exodus 23:8;Deuteronomy 16:19;2 Kings 25:7;Jeremiah 39:7;Jeremiah 52:11