Original Word: דָּהַר
Part of Speech: Verb
Transliteration: dahar
Pronunciation: dah-HAR
Phonetic Spelling: (daw-har')
Definition: To gallop, to rush
Meaning: to curvet, move irregularly

pause

A primitive root; to curvet or move irregularly -- pause.

Word Origin
a prim. root
Definition
to rush, dash (of a horse)
NASB Translation
galloping (1).

[דָּהַר] verb rush, dash, of horse (onomatopoetic? perhaps compare Arabic befall, fall upon, overcome, conquer) —

Qal Participle סוּס דֹּהֵר Nahum 3:2.

Word Origin: A primitive root

Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: The corresponding Greek entry that shares a thematic connection with דָּהַר is Strong's Greek Number G1377, διώκω (diōkō), which means "to pursue" or "to persecute." While the Greek term focuses more on the act of pursuing or chasing, both terms involve dynamic movement and convey a sense of action and urgency. The connection lies in the depiction of movement, whether it be the lively motion of a horse or the determined pursuit of a goal or target.

Usage: The verb דָּהַר is used in the context of movement, particularly describing a lively or irregular motion. It is often associated with the movement of horses, suggesting a spirited or bounding gait.

Context: The Hebrew verb דָּהַר (dahar) appears in the context of describing the dynamic and vigorous movement of horses. This term is used to convey the image of horses in motion, often in a spirited or irregular manner, akin to prancing or curvetting. The imagery evoked by דָּהַר is one of energy and vitality, capturing the essence of a horse's lively gait. In the Berean Standard Bible, this term is used to illustrate the strength and agility of horses, often in a metaphorical sense to describe the swift and unpredictable nature of certain events or actions. The use of דָּהַר in biblical texts underscores the importance of understanding the nuances of movement and the symbolic representation of power and freedom.

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