Hebrew Word Study
The meaning of “זָנַב”
Understanding zânab reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
smite the hindmost. - to curtail, i.e. cut off the rear 1) to cut off 1a) (Piel) to attack the rear, smite the tail
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Hebrew Text
Strong's Concordance
זָנַב
Phoneticzaw-nab'
Transliterationzânab
Grammar Code
H:V
Hebrew Verb
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
smite the hindmost. - to curtail, i.e. cut off the rear 1) to cut off 1a) (Piel) to attack the rear, smite the tail
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
2 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Deuteronomy 25:18 | “How he met thee by the way, and smote the hindmost of thee, even all that were feeble behind thee, when thou wast faint and weary; and he feared not God.” Word: זָנַב (zânab) | |
| Joshua 10:19 | “And stay ye not, but pursue after your enemies, and smite the hindmost of them; suffer them not to enter into their cities: for the Lord your God hath delivered them into your hand.” Word: זָנַב (zânab) |
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