The meaning of “עַקְרָב”
Understanding ʻaqrâb reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
of uncertain derivation scorpion. - a scorpion - figuratively, a scourge or knotted whip 1) scorpion
עַקְרָב
of uncertain derivation scorpion. - a scorpion - figuratively, a scourge or knotted whip 1) scorpion
Occurrences in the Bible
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Deuteronomy 8:15 | “Who led thee through that great and terrible wilderness, wherein were fiery serpents, and scorpions, and drought, where there was no water; who brought thee forth water out of the rock of flint;” Word: עַקְרָב (ʻaqrâb) | |
| 1 Kings 12:14 | “And spake to them after the counsel of the young men, saying, My father made your yoke heavy, and I will add to your yoke: my father also chastised you with whips, but I will chastise you with scorpions.” Word: עַקְרָב (ʻaqrâb) | |
| 2 Chronicles 10:14 | “And answered them after the advice of the young men, saying, My father made your yoke heavy, but I will add thereto: my father chastised you with whips, but I will chastise you with scorpions.” Word: עַקְרָב (ʻaqrâb) | |
| Ezekiel 2:6 | “And thou, son of man, be not afraid of them, neither be afraid of their words, though briers and thorns be with thee, and thou dost dwell among scorpions: be not afraid of their words, nor be dismayed at their looks, though they be a rebellious house.” Word: עַקְרָב (ʻaqrâb) |
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