Strong's H5055 · Hebrew
נָגַח
nâgach · /naw-gakh'/
Definition
to butt with the horns; figuratively, to war against
KJV: gore, push (down, -ing).
Root / derivation: a primitive root;
KJV usage breakdown
How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered נָגַח across 10 verses.
Every occurrence (KJV)
10 verses use this word, grouped by book — the translated form is highlighted.
Exodus3 verses
If an ox gore a man or a woman, that they die: then the ox shall be surely stoned, and his flesh shall not be eaten; but the owner of the ox shall be quit.
Exodus 21:31Whether he have gored a son, or have gored a daughter, according to this judgment shall it be done unto him.
Exodus 21:32If the ox shall push a manservant or a maidservant; he shall give unto their master thirty shekels of silver, and the ox shall be stoned.
Daniel2 verses
I saw the ram pushing westward, and northward, and southward; so that no beasts might stand before him, neither was there any that could deliver out of his hand; but he did according to his will, and became great.
Daniel 11:40And at the time of the end shall the king of the south push at him: and the king of the north shall come against him like a whirlwind, with chariots, and with horsemen, and with many ships; and he shall enter into the countries, and shall overflow and pass over.
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Frequently asked questions
What does Strong's H5055 (nâgach) mean?
to butt with the horns; figuratively, to war against
How many times does H5055 appear in the Bible?
Strong's H5055 (נָגַח) appears in 10 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “push.”
How is nâgach translated in the KJV?
In the KJV, Strong's H5055 is rendered as “push” (5×), “gored” (2×), “down” (1×), “gore” (1×), among other words.
Where does the Hebrew word נָגַח come from?
a primitive root;