Hebrew Word Study
The meaning of “גָּמָא”
Understanding gâmâʼ reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
swallow, drink. - to absorb 1) to swallow (liquids) 1a) (Piel) to swallow 1b) (Hiphil) to drink
H1572
Hebrew Text
Strong's Concordance
גָּמָא
Phoneticgaw-maw'
Transliterationgâmâʼ
Grammar Code
H:V
Hebrew Verb
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
swallow, drink. - to absorb 1) to swallow (liquids) 1a) (Piel) to swallow 1b) (Hiphil) to drink
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
2 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Genesis 24:17 | “And the servant ran to meet her, and said, Let me, I pray thee, drink a little water of thy pitcher.” Word: גָּמָא (gâmâʼ) | |
| Job 39:24 | “He swalloweth the ground with fierceness and rage: neither believeth he that it is the sound of the trumpet.” Word: גָּמָא (gâmâʼ) |
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