Strong’s H6238

עָשַׁר

Part of speech

Verb

Transliteration

`ashar

Pronunciation

ah-shar

Definition

To be happy, to be blessed, to go straight, to lead, to guide

Meaning

to accumulate, chiefly, to grow, rich

Usage

The Hebrew verb "ashar" primarily conveys the idea of being blessed or happy. It can also imply leading or guiding in a straight path, suggesting a sense of moral or spiritual direction. In the context of the Old Testament, it often refers to the state of being blessed by God, which encompasses both material and spiritual prosperity.

Bible references

Genesis 14:23;1 Samuel 2:7;1 Samuel 17:25;Job 15:29;Psalm 49:16;Psalm 65:9;Proverbs 10:4;Proverbs 10:22;Proverbs 13:7;Proverbs 21:17;Proverbs 23:4;Proverbs 28:20;Jeremiah 5:27;Ezekiel 27:33;Daniel 11:2;Hosea 12:8;Zechariah 11:5