Strong’s H7291

רָדַף

Part of speech

Verb

Transliteration

radaph

Pronunciation

rah-daf'

Definition

To pursue, chase, persecute, follow after

Meaning

to run after, gone

Usage

The Hebrew verb "radaph" primarily means to pursue or chase. It is often used in the context of pursuing an enemy in battle, chasing after someone with intent to capture or harm, or metaphorically, to follow after something with diligence and intent. The term can also imply persecution, as in the pursuit of someone with hostile intent.

Bible references

Genesis 14:14;Genesis 14:15;Genesis 31:23;Genesis 35:5;Genesis 44:4;Exodus 14:4;Exodus 14:8;Exodus 14:9;Exodus 14:23;Exodus 15:9;Leviticus 26:7;Leviticus 26:8;Leviticus 26:8;Leviticus 26:17;Leviticus 26:36;Leviticus 26:36;Leviticus 26:37;Deuteronomy 1:44;Deuteronomy 11:4;Deuteronomy 16:20;Deuteronomy 19:6;Deuteronomy 28:22;Deuteronomy 28:45;Deuteronomy 30:7;Deuteronomy 32:30