Strong's Concordance/Hebrew/H6202

Strong's H6202 · Hebrew

עָרַף

ʻâraph · /aw-raf'/

Number
H6202
Language
Hebrew
Original word
עָרַף
Transliteration
ʻâraph
Pronunciation
aw-raf'
KJV occurrences
6 verses

Definition

to break the neck; hence (figuratively) to destroy

KJV: that is beheaded, break down, break (cut off, strike off) neck.

Root / derivation: a primitive root (identical with through the idea of sloping); properly, to bend downward; but used only as a denominative from H6203 (עֹרֶף),

KJV usage breakdown

How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered עָרַף across 6 verses.

neck4×
off2×
beheaded1×
down1×

Every occurrence (KJV)

6 verses use this word, grouped by book — the translated form is highlighted.

Exodus2 verses
Deuteronomy2 verses
Isaiah1 verse
Hosea1 verse

Topics that use this word

Frequently asked questions

What does Strong's H6202 (ʻâraph) mean?

to break the neck; hence (figuratively) to destroy

How many times does H6202 appear in the Bible?

Strong's H6202 (עָרַף) appears in 6 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “neck.”

How is ʻâraph translated in the KJV?

In the KJV, Strong's H6202 is rendered as “neck” (4×), “off” (2×), “beheaded” (1×), “down” (1×).

Where does the Hebrew word עָרַף come from?

a primitive root (identical with through the idea of sloping); properly, to bend downward; but used only as a denominative from H6203 (עֹרֶף),