Hebrew Word Study
The meaning of “סָעִף”
Understanding çâʻiph reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
or שָׂעִף sâʻiph (saw-eef'); from סָעַף opinion. - divided (in mind), i.e. (abstractly) a sentiment 1) ambivalence, divi...
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Hebrew Text
Strong's Concordance
סָעִף
Phoneticsaw-eef'
Transliterationçâʻiph
Grammar Code
H:N-F
Hebrew Noun, Feminine
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
or שָׂעִף sâʻiph (saw-eef'); from סָעַף opinion. - divided (in mind), i.e. (abstractly) a sentiment 1) ambivalence, division, divided opinion
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
3 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Kings 18:21 | “And Elijah came unto all the people, and said, How long halt ye between two opinions? if the Lord be God, follow him: but if Baal, then follow him. And the people answered him not a word.” Word: סָעִף (çâʻiph) | |
| Job 4:13 | “In thoughts from the visions of the night, when deep sleep falleth on men,” Word: סָעִף (çâʻiph) | |
| Job 20:2 | “Therefore do my thoughts cause me to answer, and for this I make haste.” Word: סָעִף (çâʻiph) |