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The meaning of שָׂגָא

Understanding sâgâʼ reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.

Definition

a primitive root increase, magnify. - to grow, i.e. (causatively) to enlarge, (figuratively) laud 1) to increase, grow, ...

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Strong's Concordance

שָׂגָא

Phoneticsaw-gaw'
Transliterationsâgâʼ
Grammar Code
H:V
Hebrew Verb
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance

a primitive root increase, magnify. - to grow, i.e. (causatively) to enlarge, (figuratively) laud 1) to increase, grow, magnify, grow great 1a) (Hiphil) 1a1) to make great 1a2) to magnify, laud

Scripture References

Occurrences in the Bible

2 total references
ReferenceText
Job 12:23

He increaseth the nations, and destroyeth them: he enlargeth the nations, and straiteneth them again.

Word: שָׂגָא (sâgâʼ)
Job 36:24

Remember that thou magnify his work, which men behold.

Word: שָׂגָא (sâgâʼ)

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