Strong’s H7139

קָרַח

Part of speech

Verb

Transliteration

qarach

Pronunciation

kah-rahkh

Definition

To make bald, to be bald

Meaning

to depilate

Usage

The Hebrew verb "qarach" primarily means "to make bald" or "to be bald." It is used in the context of physical baldness, often as a result of shaving or natural hair loss. In the biblical context, baldness can also symbolize mourning or shame.

Bible references

Leviticus 21:5;Jeremiah 16:6;Ezekiel 27:31;Ezekiel 29:18;Micah 1:16