Strong’s H6937

קָדַר

Part of speech

Verb

Transliteration

qadar

Pronunciation

kah-dar'

Definition

To be dark, to mourn, to grow dark

Meaning

to be ashy, darkcolored, to mourn

Usage

The Hebrew verb "qadar" primarily conveys the idea of becoming dark or gloomy. It is often used metaphorically to describe a state of mourning or sorrow, reflecting the somber mood associated with grief. The term can also refer to the literal darkening of the sky, as in the case of clouds or an eclipse.

Bible references

1 Kings 18:45;Job 5:11;Job 6:16;Job 30:28;Psalm 35:14;Psalm 38:6;Psalm 42:9;Psalm 43:2;Jeremiah 4:28;Jeremiah 8:21;Jeremiah 14:2;Ezekiel 31:15;Ezekiel 32:7;Ezekiel 32:8;Joel 2:10;Joel 3:15;Micah 3:6