בָּלַק

ba.laqto wasteHow to read Hebrew
hebrewOld TestamentVerb2 occurrences2 books2 verses

Definition

a primitive root; to annihilate
Traditional renderings: (make) waste.

Usage patterns

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Occurrences

2 total
  1. Isaiah 24:1וּבֽוֹלְקָ֑הּ · and leaves it in ruins
    Behold, the LORD lays waste the earth and leaves it in ruins. He will twist its surface and scatter its inhabitants—
  2. Nahum 2:10וּמְבֻלָּקָ֑ה · and laid waste
    She is emptied! Yes, she is desolate and laid waste! Hearts melt, knees knock, bodies tremble, and every face grows pale!