Strong’s H6966

קוּם

Part of speech

Verb

Transliteration

quwm

Pronunciation

koom

Definition

Arise, stand, establish, confirm, endure

Meaning

to rise

Usage

The Hebrew verb "qum" primarily means "to arise" or "to stand up." It conveys the idea of rising from a lower position to a higher one, whether physically, metaphorically, or spiritually. It is used in various contexts, including standing up from a seated position, rising to take action, establishing something firmly, or enduring through challenges. The term can also imply the fulfillment of promises or prophecies, as in God causing something to come to pass.

Bible references

Ezra 5:2;Ezra 6:18;Daniel 2:21;Daniel 2:31;Daniel 2:39;Daniel 2:44;Daniel 2:44;Daniel 3:1;Daniel 3:2;Daniel 3:3;Daniel 3:3;Daniel 3:3;Daniel 3:5;Daniel 3:7;Daniel 3:12;Daniel 3:14;Daniel 3:18;Daniel 3:24;Daniel 4:17;Daniel 5:11;Daniel 5:21;Daniel 6:1;Daniel 6:3;Daniel 6:7;Daniel 6:8