Strong’s H6684

צוּם

Part of speech

Verb

Transliteration

tsuwm

Pronunciation

tsoom

Definition

To fast

Meaning

to cover over, to fast

Usage

The Hebrew verb "tsum" primarily means "to fast," referring to the practice of abstaining from food and sometimes drink for a period of time. In the biblical context, fasting is often associated with mourning, repentance, and seeking God's favor or guidance. It is a spiritual discipline intended to humble oneself before God, express penitence, or seek divine intervention.

Bible references

Judges 20:26;1 Samuel 7:6;1 Samuel 31:13;2 Samuel 1:12;2 Samuel 12:16;2 Samuel 12:21;2 Samuel 12:22;2 Samuel 12:23;1 Kings 21:27;1 Chronicles 10:12;Ezra 8:23;Nehemiah 1:4;Esther 4:16;Esther 4:16;Isaiah 58:3;Isaiah 58:4;Isaiah 58:4;Jeremiah 14:12;Zechariah 7:5;Zechariah 7:5;Zechariah 7:5