Strong’s H6862

צַר

Part of speech

Adjective

Transliteration

tsar

Pronunciation

tsar

Definition

Adversary, enemy, distress, trouble

Meaning

narrow, a tight place, a pebble, an opponent

Usage

The Hebrew word "tsar" primarily denotes an adversary or enemy, often used to describe someone who causes distress or trouble. It can also refer to the state of being in distress or experiencing hardship. The term is frequently used in the context of conflict, whether physical, emotional, or spiritual, and is often associated with the trials faced by individuals or the nation of Israel.

Bible references

Genesis 14:20;Numbers 10:9;Numbers 22:26;Numbers 24:8;Deuteronomy 4:30;Deuteronomy 32:27;Deuteronomy 32:41;Deuteronomy 32:43;Deuteronomy 33:7;Joshua 5:13;Judges 11:7;1 Samuel 2:32;1 Samuel 13:6;2 Samuel 22:7;2 Samuel 24:13;2 Samuel 24:14;2 Kings 6:1;1 Chronicles 12:18;1 Chronicles 21:12;1 Chronicles 21:13;2 Chronicles 15:4;Ezra 4:1;Nehemiah 4:11;Nehemiah 9:27;Nehemiah 9:27