Strong’s H6887

צָרַר

Part of speech

Verb

Transliteration

tsarar

Pronunciation

tsaw-rar'

Definition

To bind, to be narrow, to be in distress, to be in trouble, to be an adversary

Meaning

to cramp

Usage

The Hebrew verb "tsarar" primarily conveys the idea of binding or constricting, often used metaphorically to describe situations of distress, trouble, or adversity. It can refer to physical binding or to emotional and spiritual states of being pressed or constrained. The term is frequently used in contexts where individuals or groups face opposition or hardship, whether from enemies, circumstances, or divine judgment.

Bible references

Exodus 12:34;Exodus 23:22;Leviticus 18:18;Numbers 10:9;Numbers 25:17;Numbers 25:18;Numbers 33:55;Deuteronomy 14:25;Deuteronomy 28:52;Deuteronomy 28:52;Joshua 9:4;1 Samuel 25:29;1 Samuel 28:15;2 Samuel 1:26;2 Samuel 20:3;1 Kings 8:37;2 Kings 5:23;2 Chronicles 28:22;2 Chronicles 33:12;Esther 3:10;Esther 8:1;Esther 9:10;Esther 9:24;Job 26:8;Psalm 6:7