Strong’s H6999

קָטַר

Part of speech

verb; noun masculine; noun feminine

Transliteration

qatar

Pronunciation

kah-TAR

Definition

To burn incense, to offer a sacrifice, to smoke

Meaning

to smoke, turn into fragrance by fire

Usage

The Hebrew verb "qatar" primarily refers to the act of burning incense or offering sacrifices, often in a religious or ceremonial context. It conveys the idea of producing smoke, which is symbolic of prayers or offerings ascending to God. The term is frequently used in the context of the Levitical priesthood and temple worship, where incense and sacrifices were integral to the rituals prescribed by the Mosaic Law.

Bible references

Exodus 29:13;Exodus 29:18;Exodus 29:25;Exodus 30:7;Exodus 30:7;Exodus 30:8;Exodus 30:20;Exodus 40:27;Leviticus 1:9;Leviticus 1:13;Leviticus 1:15;Leviticus 1:17;Leviticus 2:2;Leviticus 2:9;Leviticus 2:11;Leviticus 2:16;Leviticus 3:5;Leviticus 3:11;Leviticus 3:16;Leviticus 4:10;Leviticus 4:19;Leviticus 4:26;Leviticus 4:31;Leviticus 4:35;Leviticus 5:12