Strong’s H6869

צָרָה

Part of speech

Noun Feminine

Transliteration

tsarah

Pronunciation

tsaw-raw'

Definition

Distress, trouble, affliction, adversity

Meaning

tightness, a female rival

Usage

The Hebrew word "tsarah" is used to describe situations of distress, trouble, or adversity. It often conveys a sense of being in a tight or narrow place, reflecting the pressure and difficulty of the circumstances. In the Old Testament, "tsarah" is frequently used to describe the trials and tribulations faced by individuals or the nation of Israel, often as a result of sin or as a test of faith.

Bible references

Genesis 35:3;Genesis 42:21;Genesis 42:21;Deuteronomy 31:17;Deuteronomy 31:21;Judges 10:14;1 Samuel 1:6;1 Samuel 10:19;1 Samuel 26:24;2 Samuel 4:9;1 Kings 1:29;2 Kings 19:3;2 Chronicles 15:6;2 Chronicles 20:9;Nehemiah 9:27;Nehemiah 9:37;Job 5:19;Job 27:9;Psalm 9:9;Psalm 10:1;Psalm 20:1;Psalm 22:11;Psalm 25:17;Psalm 25:22;Psalm 31:7