◄ 8063. semikah ►
Strong's Lexicon semikah: Laying on of hands, ordination Original Word: שְׂמִיכָה Part of Speech: Noun Feminine Transliteration: smiykah Pronunciation: seh-mee-kah Phonetic Spelling: (sem-ee-kaw') Definition: a run Meaning: The term "semikhah" refers to the act of laying on of hands, often associated with the conferring of authority or blessing, or as part of a ritual or sacrificial act. Word Origin: Derived from the root verb סָמַךְ (samak), meaning "to lean, lay, rest, support." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: • Strong's Greek Number 1936 • ἐπιτίθημι (epitithēmi): to lay upon, to place upon, often used in the context of laying on of hands. • Strong's Greek Number 5495 • χείρ (cheir): hand, used in contexts involving the laying on of hands for healing or blessing. This entry provides a comprehensive understanding of the term "semikhah" within its biblical and historical context, highlighting its significance in religious rituals and leadership ordination. Usage: The word "semikhah" is used in the context of religious rituals, particularly in the laying on of hands during sacrifices or ordination ceremonies. It signifies the transfer of authority, responsibility, or blessing. Context: The concept of "semikhah" is deeply rooted in the religious practices of ancient Israel. It is prominently featured in the sacrificial system described in the Torah, where the laying on of hands was a symbolic act performed by the offerer of a sacrifice. This act signified the identification of the offerer with the sacrificial animal, often implying the transfer of sin or guilt to the animal, which would then be offered to God as atonement. In addition to its sacrificial connotations, "semikhah" also played a crucial role in the ordination of leaders and the conferring of authority. For instance, Moses laid hands on Joshua to commission him as his successor (Numbers 27:18-23). This act of laying on of hands was a public and formal recognition of Joshua's new role and responsibilities, symbolizing the transfer of leadership and the empowerment by the Spirit of God. The practice of "semikhah" continued into the New Testament era, where it is seen in the early Christian community as a means of ordaining leaders and bestowing spiritual gifts (Acts 6:6; 1 Timothy 4:14). NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Origin of uncertain derivation Definition perhaps rug, thick coverlet NASB Translation rug (1). Brown-Driver-Briggs שְׂמִיכָה noun feminine rug or thick coverlet (?); — absolute Judges 4:18 (see GFM). שׂמל (√ of following; Arabic enclose, envelope; cloak, Lane1600 DozyVetements, 59 f., 232 f.). Strong's Exhaustive Concordance mantle From camak; a run (as sustaining the Oriental sitter) -- mantle. see HEBREW camak Forms and Transliterations בַּשְּׂמִיכָֽה׃ בשמיכה׃ baś·śə·mî·ḵāh bassemiChah baśśəmîḵāh Links Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel Texts Englishman's Concordance Judges 4:18 HEB: הָאֹ֔הֱלָה וַתְּכַסֵּ֖הוּ בַּשְּׂמִיכָֽה׃ NAS: and she covered him with a rug. KJV: she covered him with a mantle. INT: the tent covered A rug 1 Occurrence Strong's Hebrew 8063 1 Occurrence baś·śə·mî·ḵāh — 1 Occ.