The meaning of “צָלַע”
Understanding tsâlaʻ reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
halt. - to limp (as if one-sided) 1) to limp, be lame 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to limp 1a2) to be lame
צָלַע
halt. - to limp (as if one-sided) 1) to limp, be lame 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to limp 1a2) to be lame
Occurrences in the Bible
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Genesis 32:31 | “And as he passed over Penuel the sun rose upon him, and he halted upon his thigh.” Word: צָלַע (tsâlaʻ) | |
| Micah 4:6 | “In that day, saith the Lord, will I assemble her that halteth, and I will gather her that is driven out, and her that I have afflicted;” Word: צָלַע (tsâlaʻ) | |
| Micah 4:7 | “And I will make her that halted a remnant, and her that was cast far off a strong nation: and the Lord shall reign over them in mount Zion from henceforth, even for ever.” Word: צָלַע (tsâlaʻ) | |
| Zephaniah 3:19 | “Behold, at that time I will undo all that afflict thee: and I will save her that halteth, and gather her that was driven out; and I will get them praise and fame in every land where they have been put to shame.” Word: צָלַע (tsâlaʻ) |
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