Hebrew Word Study
The meaning of “סָחַף”
Understanding çâchaph reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
sweep (away). - to scrape off 1) to prostrate, beat down 1a) (Qal) prostrating (participle) 1b) (Niphal) to be prostrate...
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Hebrew Text
Strong's Concordance
סָחַף
Phoneticsaw-khaf'
Transliterationçâchaph
Grammar Code
H:V
Hebrew Verb
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
sweep (away). - to scrape off 1) to prostrate, beat down 1a) (Qal) prostrating (participle) 1b) (Niphal) to be prostrated
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
2 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Proverbs 28:3 | “A poor man that oppresseth the poor is like a sweeping rain which leaveth no food.” Word: סָחַף (çâchaph) | |
| Jeremiah 46:15 | “Why are thy valiant men swept away? they stood not, because the Lord did drive them.” Word: סָחַף (çâchaph) |