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Strong's Lexicon so: Devastation, ruin, desolation Original Word: שׂוֹא Part of Speech: Verb Transliteration: sow' Pronunciation: sho Phonetic Spelling: (so) Definition: Devastation, ruin, desolation Meaning: a rising Word Origin: From the root שָׁאָה (sha'ah), which means to rush over, to lay waste, or to desolate. Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: - G2041 (ergon) - While not a direct translation, this Greek word for "work" can sometimes relate to the outcomes or consequences of actions, similar to how "שׁוֹא" relates to the consequences of sin. - G3639 (olethros) - Meaning "destruction" or "ruin," this Greek term captures the essence of devastation akin to "שׁוֹא." Usage: The Hebrew word "שׁוֹא" (sho) is used to describe a state of ruin or desolation, often in the context of divine judgment or the aftermath of war. It conveys a sense of emptiness and destruction, highlighting the consequences of sin and rebellion against God. This term is typically used in prophetic literature to depict the desolation that comes upon nations or cities as a result of their wickedness. Cultural and Historical Background: In the ancient Near Eastern context, the concept of desolation was a powerful image. Cities and nations that turned away from their gods or engaged in immoral practices were often warned of impending destruction. The Hebrew prophets used terms like "שׁוֹא" to communicate the seriousness of divine judgment. The imagery of desolation served as a stark reminder of the consequences of forsaking the covenant with Yahweh, the God of Israel. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Origin the same as nasa, q.v. Strong's Exhaustive Concordance arise From an unused root (akin to nasa' and show') meaning to rise; a rising -- arise. see HEBREW nasa' see HEBREW show' Forms and Transliterations בְּשׂ֥וֹא בשוא bə·śō·w beSo bəśōw Links Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel Texts Englishman's Concordance Psalm 89:9 HEB: בְּגֵא֣וּת הַיָּ֑ם בְּשׂ֥וֹא גַ֝לָּ֗יו אַתָּ֥ה KJV: when the waves thereof arise, thou stillest INT: the swelling of the sea arise waves You 1 Occurrence Strong's Hebrew 7721 1 Occurrence bə·śō·w — 1 Occ.