The meaning of “עָרַף”
Understanding ʻâraph reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
that is beheaded, break down, break (cut off, strike off) neck. - to break the neck - hence (figuratively) to destroy 1)...
עָרַף
that is beheaded, break down, break (cut off, strike off) neck. - to break the neck - hence (figuratively) to destroy 1) (Qal) to break the neck (of an animal)
Occurrences in the Bible
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Exodus 34:20 | “But the firstling of an ass thou shalt redeem with a lamb: and if thou redeem him not, then shalt thou break his neck. All the firstborn of thy sons thou shalt redeem. And none shall appear before me empty.” Word: עָרַף (ʻâraph) | |
| Deuteronomy 21:6 | “And all the elders of that city, that are next unto the slain man, shall wash their hands over the heifer that is beheaded in the valley:” Word: עָרַף (ʻâraph) | |
| Isaiah 66:3 | “He that killeth an ox is as if he slew a man; he that sacrificeth a lamb, as if he cut off a dog’s neck; he that offereth an oblation, as if he offered swine’s blood; he that burneth incense, as if he blessed an idol. Yea, they have chosen their own ways, and their soul delighteth in their abominations.” Word: עָרַף (ʻâraph) | |
| Hosea 10:2 | “Their heart is divided; now shall they be found faulty: he shall break down their altars, he shall spoil their images.” Word: עָרַף (ʻâraph) |
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