Definition
a primitive root; properly, to plump, i.e. fill up hollows; by implication, to cover (for clothing or secrecy)
Traditional renderings: clad self, close, clothe, conceal, cover (self), (flee to) hide, overwhelm. Compare H3780.
Traditional renderings: clad self, close, clothe, conceal, cover (self), (flee to) hide, overwhelm. Compare H3780.
In the Greek Old Testament
How the ancient Greek translation of the Old Testament renders כָּסָה:
Usage patterns
Occurrences
152 total
- Malachi 2:13כַּסּ֤וֹת · You coverAnd this is another thing you do: You cover the altar of the LORD with tears, with weeping and groaning, because He no longer regards your offerings or receives them gladly from your hands.
- Malachi 2:16וְכִסָּ֤ה · He [who divorces his wife] covers“For I hate divorce,” says the LORD, the God of Israel. “He who divorces his wife covers his garment with violence,” says the LORD of Hosts. So guard yourselves in your spirit and do not break faith.