Strong’s H6663

צָדַק

Part of speech

Verb

Transliteration

tsadaq

Pronunciation

tsaw-dake'

Definition

To be just, to be righteous, to justify, to declare righteous

Meaning

to be, right

Usage

The Hebrew verb "tsadeq" primarily means to be just or righteous. It is used in various contexts to describe the act of being or making something right, justifying, or declaring someone righteous. This term is often used in legal and moral contexts, where it signifies the act of vindicating or proving someone to be in the right. It can also refer to God's righteous judgment and His ability to justify individuals.

Bible references

Genesis 38:26;Genesis 44:16;Exodus 23:7;Deuteronomy 25:1;2 Samuel 15:4;1 Kings 8:32;2 Chronicles 6:23;Job 4:17;Job 9:2;Job 9:15;Job 9:20;Job 10:15;Job 11:2;Job 13:18;Job 15:14;Job 22:3;Job 25:4;Job 27:5;Job 32:2;Job 33:12;Job 33:32;Job 34:5;Job 35:7;Job 40:8;Psalm 19:9