Hebrew Word Study
The meaning of “עֲרֻבָּה”
Understanding ʻărubbâh reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
feminine passive participle of עֲנַמֶּלֶךְ in the sense of a bargain or exchange pledge, surety. - something given as se...
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Hebrew Text
Strong's Concordance
עֲרֻבָּה
Phoneticar-oob-baw'
Transliterationʻărubbâh
Grammar Code
H:N-F
Hebrew Noun, Feminine
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
feminine passive participle of עֲנַמֶּלֶךְ in the sense of a bargain or exchange pledge, surety. - something given as security, i.e. (literally) a token (of safety) or (metaphorically) a bondsman 1) pledge, token, bond, surety, thing exchanged
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
2 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Samuel 17:18 | “And carry these ten cheeses unto the captain of their thousand, and look how thy brethren fare, and take their pledge.” Word: עֲרֻבָּה (ʻărubbâh) | |
| Proverbs 17:18 | “A man void of understanding striketh hands, and becometh surety in the presence of his friend.” Word: עֲרֻבָּה (ʻărubbâh) |