Strong's Lexicon shaqad: To watch, to be alert, to be wakeful, to be vigilant Original Word: שָׁקַד Word Origin: A primitive root Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Greek equivalent for "shaqad," the concept of vigilance is captured in Greek by words such as "γρηγορέω" (grēgoreō - Strong's G1127), meaning to watch or be alert. Usage: The Hebrew verb "shaqad" primarily means to watch or to be vigilant. It conveys the idea of being alert and attentive, often in the context of guarding or overseeing something with care. This term is used to describe both human and divine vigilance, emphasizing a state of wakefulness and readiness. Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient Israel, the concept of vigilance was crucial for survival and prosperity. Shepherds, watchmen, and guards needed to be constantly alert to protect their flocks, cities, and homes from threats. This cultural context underscores the importance of the term "shaqad" in conveying a sense of duty and responsibility. Additionally, the almond tree, which is associated with the word "shaqed" (almond), is known for its early blooming, symbolizing watchfulness and the prompt fulfillment of God's promises. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Origindenominative verb from shaqed Definition to be shaped like almonds NASB Translation shaped like almond (6). Brown-Driver-Briggs [שָׁקַד] verb Pu`al denominative — only Participle in גְּבִעִים מְשֻׁקָּדִים cups shaped like almond (blossoms) Exodus 25:33 (twice in verse); Exodus 25:34; Exodus 37:19 (twice in verse); Exodus 37:20 (all P). Strong's Exhaustive Concordance make like unto, after the fashion of almonds A denominative from shaqed; to be (intensively, make) almond-shaped -- make like (unto, after the fashion of) almonds. see HEBREW shaqed Forms and Transliterations מְֽשֻׁקָּדִ֞ים מְשֻׁ֨קָּדִ֔ים מְשֻׁקָּדִ֔ים מְשֻׁקָּדִ֛ים משקדים mə·šuq·qā·ḏîm meshukkaDim məšuqqāḏîmLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance Exodus 25:33 HEB: שְׁלֹשָׁ֣ה גְ֠בִעִים מְֽשֻׁקָּדִ֞ים בַּקָּנֶ֣ה הָאֶחָד֮ NAS: cups [shall be] shaped like almond KJV: bowls made like unto almonds, [with] a knop INT: Three cups shaped branch the one Exodus 25:33 Exodus 25:34 Exodus 37:19 Exodus 37:19 Exodus 37:20 6 Occurrences |
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