יָקַד
ya.qad (H3344)
to burn
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The Hebrew word "ya.qad" (H3344) conveys the idea of burning, which is a fundamental concept related to light and darkness. In the context of light, "ya.qad" suggests intense heat or fire, while in the context of darkness, it implies a fierce or unrelenting force. This word is used nine times in the Bible, indicating its significance and versatility in various situations. Its range of usage spans from describing the burning of incense (Exodus 30:34) to the fierce anger of God (Psalm 78:21). The significance of "ya.qad" lies in its association with the contrast between light and darkness, highlighting the intense nature of both concepts. This word serves as a reminder that light and darkness are not just abstract ideas, but also tangible forces that can have a profound impact on human experience.
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“Command Aaron and his sons, saying, ‘This is the law of the burnt offering: the burnt offering shall be on the hearth on the altar all night until the morning; and the fire of the altar shall be kept burning on it.
The fire on the altar shall be kept burning on it, it shall not go out; and the priest shall burn wood on it every morning. He shall lay the burnt offering in order upon it, and shall burn on it the fat of the peace offerings.
Fire shall be kept burning on the altar continually; it shall not go out.
For a fire is kindled in my anger, that burns to the lowest Sheol, devours the earth with its increase, and sets the foundations of the mountains on fire.
Therefore the Lord, Yahweh of Armies, will send among his fat ones leanness; and under his glory a burning will be kindled like the burning of fire.
He will break it as a potter’s vessel is broken, breaking it in pieces without sparing, so that there won’t be found among the broken pieces a piece good enough to take fire from the hearth, or to dip up water out of the cistern.”
who say, ‘Stay by yourself, don’t come near to me, for I am holier than you.’ These are smoke in my nose, a fire that burns all day.
I will make them to pass with your enemies into a land which you don’t know; for a fire is kindled in my anger, which will burn on you.”
You, even of yourself, will discontinue from your heritage that I gave you. I will cause you to serve your enemies in the land which you don’t know, for you have kindled a fire in my anger which will burn forever.”