The meaning of “שָׂגָה”
Understanding sâgâh reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
grow (up), increase. - to enlarge (especially upward, also figuratively) 1) to grow, increase 1a) (Qal) to grow (great) ...
שָׂגָה
grow (up), increase. - to enlarge (especially upward, also figuratively) 1) to grow, increase 1a) (Qal) to grow (great) 1b) (Hiphil) to increase
Occurrences in the Bible
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Job 8:7 | “Though thy beginning was small, yet thy latter end should greatly increase.” Word: שָׂגָה (sâgâh) | |
| Job 8:11 | “Can the rush grow up without mire? can the flag grow without water?” Word: שָׂגָה (sâgâh) | |
| Psalms 73:12 | “Behold, these are the ungodly, who prosper in the world; they increase in riches.” Word: שָׂגָה (sâgâh) | |
| Psalms 92:12 | “The righteous shall flourish like the palm tree: he shall grow like a cedar in Lebanon.” Word: שָׂגָה (sâgâh) |
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