Hebrew Word Study
The meaning of “סָרַף”
Understanding çâraph reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
burn. - to cremate, i.e. to be (near) of kin (such being privileged to kindle the pyre) 1) (Piel) to burn
H5635
Hebrew Text
Strong's Concordance
סָרַף
Phoneticsaw-raf'
Transliterationçâraph
Grammar Code
H:V
Hebrew Verb
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
burn. - to cremate, i.e. to be (near) of kin (such being privileged to kindle the pyre) 1) (Piel) to burn
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
1 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Amos 6:10 | “And a man’s uncle shall take him up, and he that burneth him, to bring out the bones out of the house, and shall say unto him that is by the sides of the house, Is there yet any with thee? and he shall say, No. Then shall he say, Hold thy tongue: for we may not make mention of the name of the Lord.” Word: סָרַף (çâraph) |