Strong's Lexicon dahar: To gallop, to rush Original Word: דָּהַר Word Origin: A primitive root Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Greek equivalent in the Strong's Concordance that matches the specific nuance of "dahar," the concept of swift movement or rushing can be found in Greek words like "τρέχω" (trecho - Strong's Greek 5143), meaning "to run." Usage: The Hebrew verb "dahar" primarily conveys the action of moving swiftly or rushing forward, often used in the context of horses galloping. It implies a sense of urgency and speed, capturing the image of rapid movement. Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient Near Eastern cultures, horses were symbols of strength and speed, often associated with warfare and royal power. The imagery of galloping horses would have been familiar to the Israelites, as horses were used in chariots and cavalry, representing both the might of armies and the swiftness of divine intervention. The use of "dahar" in the Hebrew Bible reflects this cultural understanding, emphasizing the power and rapidity of action, whether in battle or divine judgment. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Origina prim. root Definition to rush, dash (of a horse) NASB Translation galloping (1). Brown-Driver-Briggs [דָּהַר] verb rush, dash, of horse (onomatopoetic? perhaps compare Arabic  befall, fall upon, overcome, conquer) — Qal Participle סוּס דֹּהֵר Nahum 3:2. Strong's Exhaustive Concordance pause A primitive root; to curvet or move irregularly -- pause. Forms and Transliterations דֹּהֵ֔ר דהר dō·hêr doHer dōhêrLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel Texts |
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