שָׁאַף
sha.aph (H7602B)
to crush
AI Word Study
The Hebrew word "sha.aph" (Strong's number: H7602B) is translated to "crush." Its definition falls within the semantic domain of Physical Action, indicating that the word is primarily associated with physical sensations or experiences. This word is used 6 times in the Bible. Given its translation and semantic domain, "sha.aph" is likely employed in contexts that describe the application of physical force or pressure to an object, person, or experience. Its meaning can be seen as an intense or severe experience that results in a loss of shape, form, or presence. The limited occurrences of "sha.aph" suggest that it may hold significant or intense connotations in its specific biblical context. The physical nature of this word implies a tangible and real experience that may be used to convey a range of emotions or outcomes, such as destruction, annihilation, or transformation. Further analysis is needed to fully understand its role within the text.
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Be merciful to me, God, for man wants to swallow me up. All day long, he attacks and oppresses me.
My enemies want to swallow me up all day long, for they are many who fight proudly against me.
He will send from heaven, and save me, he rebukes the one who is pursuing me. God will send out his loving kindness and his truth.
therefore prophesy, and say, ‘The Lord Yahweh says: “Because, even because they have made you desolate, and swallowed you up on every side, that you might be a possession to the residue of the nations, and you are taken up in the lips of talkers, and the evil report of the people;”
They trample on the dust of the earth on the head of the poor, and deny justice to the oppressed; and a man and his father use the same maiden, to profane my holy name;
Hear this, you who desire to swallow up the needy, and cause the poor of the land to fail,