Strong’s H7702

שָׂדַד

Part of speech

Verb

Transliteration

sadad

Pronunciation

sah-dad'

Definition

To devastate, to despoil, to ruin

Meaning

to abrade, harrow a, field

Usage

The Hebrew verb "sadad" primarily conveys the action of laying waste or causing destruction. It is often used in the context of military conquest or divine judgment, where cities or lands are devastated as a result of warfare or divine retribution. The term implies a thorough and complete destruction, leaving the area desolate.

Bible references

Job 39:10;Isaiah 28:24;Hosea 10:11