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HebrewH3335

יָצַר

yâtsar

Modern Summary of Strong’s Concordance (1890)

The word "yâtsar" primarily means to shape or mold something into a specific form, often like a potter working with clay. It can also be used figuratively to describe forming a decision or resolution. Practical applications include creating or fashioning objects, framing ideas, or determining purposes.

to mould into a form; especially as apotter; figuratively, to determine (i.e. form a resolution)

The Hebrew word yâtsar means "to mould into a form; especially as apotter; figuratively, to determine (i.e. form a resolution)," encompassing related ideas including earthen, fashion, form, frame.

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יָצַרktizō — to fabricate, i.e. found (form originally)

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