Strong's Lexicon sese: Moth Original Word: סַאסְאָה Word Origin: Derived from an unused root meaning to be bright or cheerful. Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: - G4597 (σής, sēs): Refers to a moth in the New Testament, used in similar contexts to convey the idea of decay and the temporary nature of earthly possessions. Usage: The Hebrew word "סֵסֵא" (sese) refers to a moth, a small insect known for its destructive nature, particularly in relation to fabrics and clothing. In the Bible, moths are often used metaphorically to represent decay, transience, and the impermanence of earthly treasures. Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient Near Eastern cultures, moths were a common household pest. They were notorious for their ability to destroy valuable textiles, which were considered a significant part of one's wealth. The presence of moths in biblical texts underscores the vulnerability of material possessions and serves as a reminder of the fleeting nature of worldly wealth. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Origina prim. root Definition to drive away NASB Translation banishing (1). Brown-Driver-Briggs [סֵאסֵא] verb Pilpel, whence Infinitive בְּסַאסְאָהּ (ᵑ0 בְּסַאסְּאָה) Isaiah 27:8 = by driving her (it) away (conjecture from "" בְּשַׁלְּחָהּ), according to Hi Ew Di Du CheHpt AmRVm; > = בִּסְאָה סְאָה by the se'ah, the se'ah, i.e. (Ges§ 123c, 133k) by exact measure Vrss (not ᵐ5), Ges De compare AV RV, which is probably Rabbinic conceit. (On formative compare טאטא, and see Ges§ 55f. Sta§§ 112 a Anm. 2; 238.) Strong's Exhaustive Concordance measure For c'ah; measurement, i.e. Moderation -- measure. see HEBREW c'ah Forms and Transliterations בְּסַאסְּאָ֖ה בסאסאה bə·sas·sə·’āh bəsassə’āh besasseAhLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance Isaiah 27:8 HEB: בְּסַאסְּאָ֖ה בְּשַׁלְחָ֣הּ תְּרִיבֶ֑נָּה NAS: You contended with them by banishing them, by driving them away. KJV: In measure, when it shooteth forth, INT: banishing driving contended 1 Occurrence |
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