The meaning of “קֶשֶׁת”
Understanding qesheth reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
[idiom] arch(-er), [phrase] arrow, bow(-man, -shot). - a bow, forshooting (hence, figuratively, strength) or the iris 1)...
קֶשֶׁת
[idiom] arch(-er), [phrase] arrow, bow(-man, -shot). - a bow, forshooting (hence, figuratively, strength) or the iris 1) bow 1a) bow (for hunting, battle) 1b) bowmen, archers 1c) bow (fig. of might) 1d) rainbow
Occurrences in the Bible
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Genesis 27:3 | “Now therefore take, I pray thee, thy weapons, thy quiver and thy bow, and go out to the field, and take me some venison;” Word: קֶשֶׁת (qesheth) | |
| 2 Samuel 1:22 | “From the blood of the slain, from the fat of the mighty, the bow of Jonathan turned not back, and the sword of Saul returned not empty.” Word: קֶשֶׁת (qesheth) | |
| 2 Chronicles 18:33 | “And a certain man drew a bow at a venture, and smote the king of Israel between the joints of the harness: therefore he said to his chariot man, Turn thine hand, that thou mayest carry me out of the host; for I am wounded.” Word: קֶשֶׁת (qesheth) | |
| Psalms 44:6 | “For I will not trust in my bow, neither shall my sword save me.” Word: קֶשֶׁת (qesheth) | |
| Lamentations 3:12 | “He hath bent his bow, and set me as a mark for the arrow.” Word: קֶשֶׁת (qesheth) |
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