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The meaning of שָׁתָה

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

Definition

foundation, purpose. - a basis, i.e. (figuratively) political or moral support 1) foundation, support, stay

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שָׁתָה

Phoneticshaw-thaw'
Transliterationshâthâh
Grammar Code
H:N-M
Hebrew Noun, Masculine
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance

foundation, purpose. - a basis, i.e. (figuratively) political or moral support 1) foundation, support, stay

Scripture References

Occurrences in the Bible

2 total references
ReferenceText
Psalms 11:3

If the foundations be destroyed, what can the righteous do?

Word: שָׁתָה (shâthâh)
Isaiah 19:10

And they shall be broken in the purposes thereof, all that make sluices and ponds for fish.

Word: שָׁתָה (shâthâh)

Usage Statistics

Total Occurrences
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Most Frequent Book
Psalms
Book Distribution

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