Hebrew Word Study
The meaning of “שַׁיִט”
Understanding shayiṭ reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
oar, scourge. - an oar - a scourge (figuratively) 1) rowing 1a) rowing 1b) scourge (fig)
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Hebrew Text
Strong's Concordance
שַׁיִט
Phoneticshay'-yit
Transliterationshayiṭ
Grammar Code
H:N-M
Hebrew Noun, Masculine
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
oar, scourge. - an oar - a scourge (figuratively) 1) rowing 1a) rowing 1b) scourge (fig)
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
1 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Isaiah 33:21 | “But there the glorious Lord will be unto us a place of broad rivers and streams; wherein shall go no galley with oars, neither shall gallant ship pass thereby.” Word: שַׁיִט (shayiṭ) |