Strong’s H6556

פֶרֶץ

Part of speech

Noun Masculine

Transliteration

perets

Pronunciation

PEH-rets

Definition

Breach, gap, bursting forth

Meaning

a break

Usage

The Hebrew word "perets" primarily denotes a breach or gap, often in the context of a wall or barrier. It can also refer to a breaking forth or an outburst, whether of water, people, or other forces. The term conveys the idea of a sudden and forceful opening or rupture.

Bible references

Genesis 38:29;Judges 21:15;2 Samuel 5:20;2 Samuel 6:8;1 Kings 11:27;1 Chronicles 13:11;1 Chronicles 14:11;Nehemiah 6:1;Job 16:14;Job 16:14;Job 30:14;Psalm 106:23;Psalm 144:14;Isaiah 30:13;Isaiah 58:12;Ezekiel 13:5;Ezekiel 22:30;Amos 4:3;Amos 9:11