עוּר (ur)
ur
be exposed
H:VQuick Reference
- Language
- Biblical Hebrew
- Testament
- Old Testament
- Occurrences
- 1 verses
- Root
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- Part of speech
- H:V
Word Overview
The Hebrew verb ur, found in the Niphal stem, carries the specific meaning of being exposed or laid bare. It appears only once in the Old Testament, within the poetic prayer of Habakkuk 3:9. In this context, it describes a divine action where something hidden is revealed to view.
This rare usage emphasizes visibility and lack of concealment. The text uses the word to depict God’s power, suggesting that His ways or instruments are made openly visible rather than remaining secret. Translators typically render this as "exposed" or "bare," capturing the sense of something being stripped of cover.
Its solitary occurrence in Habakkuk gives it a distinct theological weight. It highlights the clarity with which God acts in history, leaving no ambiguity about His presence or intent. The word serves as a vivid image of divine transparency and power.
Based on public-domain lexicons (Strong's, Thayer, Gesenius, Brown-Driver-Briggs and others).
What This Word Means for Your Faith
The word עוּר (ur) appears only once in the Old Testament, in Habakkuk 3:9. It means to be exposed or laid bare. In this verse, it describes God uncovering His bow. This rare verb paints a picture of something hidden suddenly becoming visible to all.
For your faith, this offers comfort. It reminds us that God’s power is not secret or distant. When He acts, His presence is clear. You do not need to search for signs in the shadows. His ways are open and honest, giving you confidence in His care.
How it's translated
How this word is rendered word-by-word in the 1 verses where it appears, by frequency.
- it is made bare1×
Forms in the text
The inflected forms of this word as they appear in Scripture, by frequency.
- תֵעוֹר֙1×
Key Verses
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Habakkuk 3:9
You uncovered your bow. You called for your sworn arrows. Selah. You split the earth with rivers.
This verse uses the word to describe God actively uncovering His bow, showing that His power is revealed openly rather than kept hidden.