Hebrew Word Study

The meaning of שׁוּחַ

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

Definition

bow down, incline, humble. - to sink, literally or figuratively 1) to sink down, be bowed down, be humble 1a) (Qal) to s...

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Hebrew Text
Strong's Concordance

שׁוּחַ

Phoneticshoo'-akh
Transliterationshûwach
Grammar Code
H:V
Hebrew Verb
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance

bow down, incline, humble. - to sink, literally or figuratively 1) to sink down, be bowed down, be humble 1a) (Qal) to sink down 1b) (Hiphil) of depression of the mind

Scripture References

Occurrences in the Bible

3 total references
ReferenceText
Psalms 44:25

For our soul is bowed down to the dust: our belly cleaveth unto the earth.

Word: שׁוּחַ (shûwach)
Proverbs 2:18

For her house inclineth unto death, and her paths unto the dead.

Word: שׁוּחַ (shûwach)
Lamentations 3:20

My soul hath them still in remembrance, and is humbled in me.

Word: שׁוּחַ (shûwach)

Usage Statistics

Total Occurrences
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