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H3256
יָסַר
yâçar
Pronunciation: yaw-sar'
Definition
to chastise, literally (with blows) or figuratively (with words); hence, to instruct
KJV Renderings
bind, chasten, chastise, correct, instruct, punish, reform, reprove, sore, teach.
Word Analysis
EN: to chastise
Etymology: a primitive root;