The meaning of “צָבָא”
Understanding tsâbâʼ reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
צָבָא
or (feminine) צְבָאָה tsᵉbâʼâh (tsebaw-aw'); from צָבָא appointed time, ([phrase]) army, ([phrase]) battle, company, host, service, soldiers, waiting upon, war(-fare). - a mass of persons (or figuratively, things), especially reg. organized forwar (an army) - by implication, a campaign, literally or figuratively (specifically, hardship, worship) 1) that which goes forth, army, war, warfare, host 1a) army, host 1a1) host (of organised army) 1a2) host (of angels) 1a3) of sun, moon, and stars 1a4) of whole creation 1b) war, warfare, service, go out to war 1c) service
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Devotional Reflection
How does the original Hebrew meaning of 'צָבָא' deepen your understanding of Genesis 21:32?