Strong’s H7168

קֶרַע

Part of speech

Noun Masculine

Transliteration

qera`

Pronunciation

keh-rah'

Definition

Tearing, rent, piece

Meaning

a rag

Usage

The Hebrew word "qera" refers to a physical tearing or rending, often used in the context of garments or fabric. It can denote a literal tear or a symbolic act of mourning or distress, as seen in biblical narratives where individuals tear their clothes as an expression of grief or repentance.

Bible references

1 Kings 11:30;1 Kings 11:31;2 Kings 2:12;Proverbs 23:21