5588. seeph
Lexicon
seeph: End, edge, brink

Original Word: סֵעֵף
Part of Speech: Adjective
Transliteration: ce`eph
Pronunciation: say-feh
Phonetic Spelling: (say-afe')
Definition: End, edge, brink
Meaning: divided, a skeptic

Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
a skeptic

From ca'aph; divided (in mind), i.e. (concretely) a skeptic -- thought.

see HEBREW ca'aph

NAS Exhaustive Concordance
Word Origin
from the same as saiph
Definition
divided, halfhearted
NASB Translation
who are double-minded (1).

Brown-Driver-Briggs
II. [סֵעֵף] (Köii. 106) adjective divided, half hearted; — plural absolute as substantive, in religious sense, סֵעֲפִים שָׂנֵאתִי Psalm 119:113 half-hearted ones do I hate.

Topical Lexicon
Word Origin: Derived from the root סָעַף (sa'aph), which means to divide or to branch off.

Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: • The Greek equivalent that corresponds to the concept of a divided mind or skepticism is found in Strong's Greek Number G3601, διψυχος (dipsuchos), which means "double-minded" or "wavering." This term is used in the New Testament to describe a person who is unstable in their ways due to a lack of firm conviction or faith.

Usage: The word סֵעֵף (se'ep) appears in the context of describing a divided or skeptical mindset, particularly in relation to faith or belief. It is used to convey the idea of internal conflict or doubt.

Context: • The term סֵעֵף (se'ep) is found in the Hebrew Bible and is often associated with the concept of doubt or division within one's thoughts or beliefs. This word is used to describe individuals who are not fully committed or are wavering in their faith. The imagery of division suggests a lack of unity or coherence in one's convictions, leading to skepticism or indecision.
• In the context of biblical teachings, a divided mind is often seen as a hindrance to faithfulness and spiritual growth. The Bible encourages believers to have a steadfast and unwavering faith, contrasting the divided mind with the ideal of wholehearted devotion.
• The Berean Standard Bible (BSB) captures this concept in its translation, emphasizing the importance of a unified and resolute belief system.

Forms and Transliterations
סֵעֲפִ֥ים סעפים sê‘ăp̄îm sê·‘ă·p̄îm seaFim
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Englishman's Concordance
Psalm 119:113
HEB: סֵעֲפִ֥ים שָׂנֵ֑אתִי וְֽתוֹרָתְךָ֥
NAS: I hate those who are double-minded, But I love
KJV: SAMECH. I hate [vain] thoughts: but thy law
INT: who hate your law

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Strong's Hebrew 5588
1 Occurrence


sê·‘ă·p̄îm — 1 Occ.















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