זָהַר
To gleam ; figuratively, to enlighten (by caution)
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What does זָהַר (zāhar) mean in the Bible?
זָהַר (zāhar) is a Hebrew word meaning "to gleam ; figuratively, to enlighten (by caution)". to gleam; figuratively, to enlighten (by caution) BDB: be light Usage: admonish, shine, teach, (give) warn(-ing).
Meaning
Light as warning: to shine forth with urgent caution, enlightening through admonition and vigilant instruction
to gleam; figuratively, to enlighten (by caution) BDB: be light Usage: admonish, shine, teach, (give) warn(-ing).
Grammatical Forms
How the stem changes the meaning of this verb across the biblical text.