The meaning of “נָשַׁק”
Understanding nâshaq reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
armed (men), rule, kiss, that touched. - to kiss, literally or figuratively (touch) - also (as a mode of attachment), to...
נָשַׁק
armed (men), rule, kiss, that touched. - to kiss, literally or figuratively (touch) - also (as a mode of attachment), to equip with weapons 1) to put together, kiss 1a) (Qal) to kiss 1b) (Piel) to kiss 1c) (Hiphil) to touch gently 2) to handle, be equipped with 2a) (Qal) to be equipped
Occurrences in the Bible
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Genesis 31:55 | “And early in the morning Laban rose up, and kissed his sons and his daughters, and blessed them: and Laban departed, and returned unto his place. ” Word: נָשַׁק (nâshaq) | |
| Ruth 1:14 | “And they lifted up their voice, and wept again: and Orpah kissed her mother in law; but Ruth clave unto her.” Word: נָשַׁק (nâshaq) | |
| 2 Samuel 19:39 | “And all the people went over Jordan. And when the king was come over, the king kissed Barzillai, and blessed him; and he returned unto his own place.” Word: נָשַׁק (nâshaq) | |
| 1 Chronicles 12:2 | “They were armed with bows, and could use both the right hand and the left in hurling stones and shooting arrows out of a bow, even of Saul’s brethren of Benjamin.” Word: נָשַׁק (nâshaq) | |
| Job 31:27 | “And my heart hath been secretly enticed, or my mouth hath kissed my hand:” Word: נָשַׁק (nâshaq) |