Hebrew · H7096 · unreviewed

קָצָה

To cut off; (figuratively) to destroy ; (partially) to scrape off

These lexicon entries are being actively developed. If you notice missing content, incorrect definitions, or have suggestions, we'd love to hear from you. Share a note on our Connect page and include a screenshot if helpful.

קָצָה H7096

What does קָצָה mean in the Bible?

קָצָה is a Hebrew word meaning "to cut off; (figuratively) to destroy ; (partially) to scrape off". to cut off; (figuratively) to destroy; (partially) to scrape off BDB: cut off Usage: cut off, cut short, scrape (off).

Full entry for קָצָה (H7096) · Browse the biblical lexicon

Meaning

to cut off; (figuratively) to destroy ; (partially) to scrape off
Extended definition

to cut off; (figuratively) to destroy; (partially) to scrape off BDB: cut off Usage: cut off, cut short, scrape (off).

Source: Open Scriptures Hebrew Lexicon + Brown-Driver-Briggs
Grammatical Forms

How the stem changes the meaning of this verb across the biblical text.

Qal basic active stem — the word in its most common, direct sense
Infinitive construct Hab 2:10
Hiphil causative active — the subject causes someone else to perform the action
Perfect Lev 14:41
Infinitive construct Lev 14:43
Piel intensive active — emphasizes thoroughness or repeated action
Participle active Prov 26:6
Sources