The Hebrew verb nazal means to flow, to drip, to trickle, or to stream. It describes the movement of water, whether gently trickling or gushing forth in abundance. The word captures the image of water finding its natural course downward, bringing life and refreshment wherever it goes.
This verb frequently describes God's miraculous provision of water in the wilderness, where He caused streams to flow from the rock for His thirsty people. The flowing water becomes a powerful metaphor for God's abundant provision, His word, and ultimately His Spirit. The image of water flowing from unexpected places speaks to God's power to bring life out of barren circumstances.