צִי
tsi (H6716)
ship
AI Word Study
The Hebrew word, H6716 (צִי), is translated as "ship." It is found four times in the Bible. Given its short definition, it is plausible to interpret this word simply as a vessel used for transporting people or goods across bodies of water. Its range of usage is limited to maritime contexts, where a ship or other seafaring vessel is required. Considering its limited occurrences, it may hold specific or specialized meaning within these contexts, requiring further context to accurately interpret its full scope. The significance of this word lies in its contribution to biblical descriptions of maritime activities, such as navigation, travel, or trade. While it may initially seem insignificant due to its short definition, the word's specific translation and usage provide valuable information about ancient Jewish knowledge of the sea and its importance in their culture and society.
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But ships shall come from the coast of Kittim. They shall afflict Asshur, and shall afflict Eber. He also shall come to destruction.”
But there Yahweh will be with us in majesty, a place of wide rivers and streams, in which no galley with oars will go, neither will any gallant ship pass by there.
“ ‘ “In that day messengers will go out from before me in ships to make the careless Ethiopians afraid. There will be anguish on them, as in the day of Egypt; for, behold, it comes.”
For ships of Kittim will come against him. Therefore he will be grieved, and will return, and have indignation against the holy covenant, and will take action. He will even return, and have regard to those who forsake the holy covenant.