Strong’s H6915

קָדַד

Part of speech

Verb

Transliteration

qadad

Pronunciation

kah-DAD

Definition

To bow down, to bend the head

Meaning

to shrivel up, contract, bend the body, in deference

Usage

The Hebrew verb "qadad" primarily means to bow down or to bend the head, often as an act of reverence, worship, or submission. It conveys a physical gesture that reflects an inner attitude of humility or respect. In the context of worship, it signifies the acknowledgment of God's majesty and authority.

Bible references

Genesis 24:26;Genesis 24:48;Genesis 43:28;Exodus 4:31;Exodus 12:27;Exodus 34:8;Numbers 22:31;1 Samuel 24:8;1 Samuel 28:14;1 Kings 1:16;1 Kings 1:31;1 Chronicles 29:20;2 Chronicles 20:18;2 Chronicles 29:30;Nehemiah 8:6