◄ 1457. gahar ►
Lexicon gahar: To bend, to bow down Original Word: גָּהַר Part of Speech: Verb Transliteration: gahar Pronunciation: gah-har Phonetic Spelling: (gaw-har') Definition: To bend, to bow down Meaning: to prostrate oneself Strong's Exhaustive Concordance cast self down, stretch self A primitive root; to prostrate oneself -- cast self down, stretch self. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Origin a prim. root Definition to bend, crouch NASB Translation crouched down (1), stretched (2). Brown-Driver-Briggs [גָּהַר] verb bend, crouch (so Vrss) — Qal Imperfect וַיִּגְהַר 1 Kings 18:42 followed by אַרְצָה Elijah, with face between knees; 2 Kings 4:34,35 Elisha, over dead boy, followed by עליו ("" וישׁכב 2 Kings 4:34, compare שׁכב). גַּו, גֵּו see below גוה. גּוֺב,גּוֺבַי see below גבה Topical Lexicon Word Origin: A primitive root Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: The corresponding Greek entry related to the concept of prostration is Strong's Greek Number G2955, which is κυνάριον (kunarion), meaning "little dog" or "puppy." While not directly equivalent in meaning, the Greek term is used metaphorically in the New Testament to describe humility and lowliness, as seen in the interaction between Jesus and the Syrophoenician woman (Mark 7:28). This reflects a similar theme of acknowledging one's position in relation to a higher authority, akin to the act of prostration in the Hebrew context. Usage: The verb גָּהַר (gāhar) is used in the context of bowing down or prostrating oneself, often as an act of humility or submission. It is a physical expression of reverence or supplication. Context: The Hebrew verb גָּהַר (gāhar) appears in the Old Testament in contexts where individuals physically lower themselves, often in a gesture of deep respect or earnest entreaty. This action is typically associated with a profound acknowledgment of authority or divinity. The act of prostration is a common cultural and religious practice in the ancient Near East, symbolizing the worshiper's recognition of their own lowliness in the presence of a greater power. In the Berean Standard Bible, the usage of גָּהַר is illustrated in passages where individuals demonstrate their submission or desperation through physical posture. This act is not merely ceremonial but is imbued with significant emotional and spiritual meaning, reflecting the inner state of the person who prostrates themselves. The act of prostration can be seen in various biblical narratives, where it serves as a powerful visual representation of humility, repentance, or earnest petition. It is a gesture that transcends mere physical movement, embodying the worshiper's heartfelt devotion or plea. Forms and Transliterations וַיִּגְהַ֖ר וַיִּגְהַ֣ר ויגהר vaiyigHar way·yiḡ·har wayyiḡhar Links Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel Texts Englishman's Concordance 1 Kings 18:42 HEB: רֹ֤אשׁ הַכַּרְמֶל֙ וַיִּגְהַ֣ר אַ֔רְצָה וַיָּ֥שֶׂם NAS: of Carmel; and he crouched down on the earth KJV: of Carmel; and he cast himself down upon the earth, INT: the top of Carmel crouched the earth and put 2 Kings 4:34 HEB: (כַּפָּ֔יו ק) וַיִּגְהַ֖ר עָלָ֑יו וַיָּ֖חָם NAS: on his hands, and he stretched himself on him; and the flesh KJV: upon his hands: and he stretched himself upon the child; and the flesh INT: and and his hands stretched and became 2 Kings 4:35 HEB: הֵ֔נָּה וַיַּ֖עַל וַיִּגְהַ֣ר עָלָ֑יו וַיְזוֹרֵ֤ר NAS: and went up and stretched himself on him; and the lad KJV: and went up, and stretched himself upon him: and the child INT: and forth and went and stretched and sneezed 3 Occurrences Strong's Hebrew 1457 3 Occurrences way·yiḡ·har — 3 Occ.