The meaning of “נָבַט”
Understanding nâbaṭ reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
(cause to) behold, consider, look (down), regard, have respect, see. - to scan, i.e. look intently at - by implication, ...
נָבַט
(cause to) behold, consider, look (down), regard, have respect, see. - to scan, i.e. look intently at - by implication, to regard with pleasure, favor or care 1) to look, regard 1a) (Piel) to look 1b) (Hiphil) 1b1) tolook 1b2) to regard, show regard to, pay attention to, consider 1b3) to look upon, regard, show regard to
Occurrences in the Bible
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Genesis 19:17 | “And it came to pass, when they had brought them forth abroad, that he said, Escape for thy life; look not behind thee, neither stay thou in all the plain; escape to the mountain, lest thou be consumed.” Word: נָבַט (nâbaṭ) | |
| 1 Samuel 17:42 | “And when the Philistine looked about, and saw David, he disdained him: for he was but a youth, and ruddy, and of a fair countenance.” Word: נָבַט (nâbaṭ) | |
| 1 Chronicles 21:21 | “And as David came to Ornan, Ornan looked and saw David, and went out of the threshingfloor, and bowed himself to David with his face to the ground.” Word: נָבַט (nâbaṭ) | |
| Proverbs 4:25 | “Let thine eyes look right on, and let thine eyelids look straight before thee.” Word: נָבַט (nâbaṭ) | |
| Amos 5:22 | “Though ye offer me burnt offerings and your meat offerings, I will not accept them: neither will I regard the peace offerings of your fat beasts.” Word: נָבַט (nâbaṭ) |
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