7869. seb

Lexicon

seb: Gray hair, old age

Original Word: שֵׂיב
Part of Speech: Noun Masculine
Transliteration: seyb
Pronunciation: sayb
Phonetic Spelling: (sabe)
Definition: Gray hair, old age
Meaning: old age

Strong's Exhaustive Concordance

age

From siyb; old age -- age.

see HEBREW siyb

NAS Exhaustive Concordance

Word Origin
from sib
Definition
(hoary) age
NASB Translation
age (1).

Brown-Driver-Briggs

[שֵׂיב] noun [masculine] (hoary) age; — suffix שֵׂיבוֺ 1 Kings 14:4.

Topical Lexicon

Word Origin: Derived from the root שָׂבַב (sabab), which means to be gray or hoary.

Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: The corresponding Greek entry for the concept of old age, particularly in the context of gray hair, is Strong's Greek Number G1094 • γῆρας (gēras). This term similarly denotes old age and is used in the New Testament to convey the idea of aging and the respect due to those who have reached advanced years.

Usage: The word שֵׂיב (seib) is used in the Hebrew Bible to denote the concept of old age, often associated with honor, wisdom, and the natural progression of life. It is a term that reflects the respect and reverence for the elderly within the cultural and religious context of the biblical narrative.

Context: The Hebrew term שֵׂיב (seib) appears in the context of describing the natural aging process, particularly the graying of hair, which is a visible sign of advancing years. In the biblical worldview, old age is often seen as a blessing and a sign of God's favor, as it implies a life lived with experience and wisdom. The concept of שֵׂיב is closely linked to the idea of honor and respect for the elderly, as seen in various passages where the aged are revered for their life experiences and insights.

In the cultural setting of the Bible, reaching old age was considered a significant achievement, often associated with living a righteous life. The elderly were expected to impart wisdom and guidance to the younger generations, serving as custodians of tradition and faith. The Bible frequently emphasizes the importance of respecting and honoring one's elders, as seen in verses that encourage the younger to rise in the presence of the aged and to seek their counsel.

The term שֵׂיב is also used metaphorically to describe the maturity and depth of understanding that come with age. It serves as a reminder of the transient nature of life and the importance of living in accordance with divine principles to attain a fulfilling and honorable old age.

Forms and Transliterations

מִשֵּׂיבֽוֹ׃ משיבו׃ miś·śê·ḇōw miśśêḇōw misseiVo

Englishman's Concordance

1 Kings 14:4
HEB: קָ֥מוּ עֵינָ֖יו מִשֵּׂיבֽוֹ׃ ס
NAS: were dim because of his age.
KJV: were set by reason of his age.
INT: were dim his eyes of his age

1 Occurrence

Strong's Hebrew 7869
1 Occurrence

miś·śê·ḇōw — 1 Occ.