The Hebrew Verb הָרַג: To Kill, Slay, or Put to Death
The Hebrew verb הָרַג (root: ה־ר־ג) means “to kill,” “to slay,” or “to put to death.” It is one of the primary verbs for taking life in the Hebrew Bible and appears in narratives, laws, prophecy, and poetry. It can refer to killing in battle, murder, divine judgment, or judicial execution. This verb appears mainly…