Strong’s H6308

פָדַע

Part of speech

Verb

Transliteration

pada`

Pronunciation

pah-DAW

Definition

To redeem, to ransom, to deliver

Meaning

to retrieve

Usage

The Hebrew verb "pada" primarily means to redeem or ransom, often in the context of delivering someone from bondage or danger. It conveys the idea of a price being paid to secure freedom or release. In the Old Testament, "pada" is frequently used to describe God's redemptive actions on behalf of His people, Israel, particularly in delivering them from slavery or oppression.

Bible references

Job 33:24