Original Word: בְּרַךְ
Part of Speech: Verb
Transliteration: brak
Pronunciation: baw-rak'
Phonetic Spelling: (ber-ak')
Definition: To flash, to gleam, to shine
Meaning: to kneel, to bless God, man, to curse

bless, kneel

(Aramaic) corresponding to barak -- bless, kneel.

see HEBREW barak

Word Origin
(Aramaic) corresponding to barak
Definition
to kneel, bless
NASB Translation
blessed (4), kneeling (1).

Word Origin: Aramaic; a root word

Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: • G2578: καταράομαι (kataraomai) • to curse, to wish evil against, to invoke harm. This Greek term shares a similar negative connotation with the Aramaic בְּרַךְ when used in the context of cursing.

Usage: • The term is used in the context of showing reverence or adoration, often through the act of kneeling. It can also denote the act of blessing, which involves invoking divine favor upon someone or something. Conversely, it can imply cursing, which is the act of invoking harm or misfortune.

Context: • The Aramaic verb בְּרַךְ (berak) is a multifaceted term that appears in the context of worship and interpersonal relationships. In the Aramaic sections of the Old Testament, particularly in the books of Daniel and Ezra, the term is used to describe acts of reverence and blessing. For instance, in Daniel 6:10, Daniel kneels in prayer, demonstrating an act of worship and submission to God. The act of blessing, as seen in the context of this word, involves a pronouncement of favor or prosperity, often directed towards God or individuals. Conversely, the term can also be used in a negative sense, implying a curse, which is a wish of misfortune or divine retribution upon someone. This dual usage highlights the cultural and linguistic nuances of the term in ancient Aramaic, reflecting the complex nature of human-divine and interpersonal relationships.

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