The meaning of “שָׁפַת”
Understanding shâphath reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
bring, ordain, set on. - to locate, i.e. (generally) hang on or (figuratively) establish, reduce 1) to set, place, put, ...
שָׁפַת
bring, ordain, set on. - to locate, i.e. (generally) hang on or (figuratively) establish, reduce 1) to set, place, put, ordain 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to set 1a2) to ordain, establish
Occurrences in the Bible
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| 2 Kings 4:38 | “And Elisha came again to Gilgal: and there was a dearth in the land; and the sons of the prophets were sitting before him: and he said unto his servant, Set on the great pot, and seethe pottage for the sons of the prophets.” Word: שָׁפַת (shâphath) | |
| Psalms 22:15 | “My strength is dried up like a potsherd; and my tongue cleaveth to my jaws; and thou hast brought me into the dust of death.” Word: שָׁפַת (shâphath) | |
| Isaiah 26:12 | “Lord, thou wilt ordain peace for us: for thou also hast wrought all our works in us.” Word: שָׁפַת (shâphath) | |
| Ezekiel 24:3 | “And utter a parable unto the rebellious house, and say unto them, Thus saith the Lord God; Set on a pot, set it on, and also pour water into it:” Word: שָׁפַת (shâphath) |