◄ 3670. kanaph ►
Strong's Lexicon kanaph: Wing, edge, extremity, corner Original Word: כָּנַף Part of Speech: Verb Transliteration: kanaph Pronunciation: kah-NAHF Phonetic Spelling: (kaw-naf') Definition: to project laterally, to withdraw Meaning: To project laterally, to withdraw Word Origin: A primitive root Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: The concept of spreading or extending, as well as the metaphorical use of wings for protection, can be related to Greek terms such as πτέρυξ (pteryx • G4420), which means "wing," and is used in similar contexts in the New Testament to convey protection and covering. Usage: The verb כָּנַף (kanaph) is used in the Hebrew Bible to describe the action of spreading out or extending laterally, often in the context of wings or garments. It can also imply the act of withdrawing or concealing. Context: The Hebrew root כָּנַף (kanaph) primarily conveys the idea of spreading or extending, particularly in relation to wings or garments. This term is often associated with the imagery of protection and covering, as seen in various biblical passages. For instance, the spreading of wings is a common metaphor for divine protection and care, as illustrated in passages like Psalm 91:4, "He will cover you with His feathers; under His wings you will find refuge." In the context of garments, כָּנַף can refer to the edge or corner of a garment, which holds cultural and symbolic significance in biblical narratives. For example, in Ruth 3:9, Ruth asks Boaz to "spread the corner of your garment over me," symbolizing a request for protection and redemption. The concept of withdrawing is also inherent in the term, suggesting a movement away or a concealing action. This duality of meaning—both extending and withdrawing—reflects the dynamic nature of the word in its various scriptural applications. The term is used metaphorically to describe God's protective nature, as well as in literal descriptions of physical actions involving wings or garments. Its usage underscores themes of shelter, refuge, and divine care throughout the biblical text. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Origin denominative verb from kanaph Definition to be cornered or thrust into a corner NASB Translation hide (1). Brown-Driver-Briggs [כָּנַף] verb denominative from כָּנָף 2 only Niph`al be cornered, thrust into a corner, or aside; — Imperfect3masculine singular וְלֹא יִכָּנֵף עוֺד מוֺרֶי֔ךָ Isaiah 30:20 and no more shall thy teachers be thrust into a corner (compare Di); > others, who render hide themselves, (compare Arabic enclose, guard, but this rather for protection). כנר (possibly √ of following; meaning unknown). Strong's Exhaustive Concordance be removed A primitive root; properly, to project laterally, i.e. Probably (reflexive) to withdraw -- be removed. Forms and Transliterations יִכָּנֵ֥ף יכנף yik·kā·nêp̄ yikkaNef yikkānêp̄ Links Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel Texts Englishman's Concordance Isaiah 30:20 HEB: לָ֑חַץ וְלֹֽא־ יִכָּנֵ֥ף עוֹד֙ מוֹרֶ֔יךָ NAS: longer hide Himself, but your eyes KJV: yet shall not thy teachers be removed into a corner any more, but thine eyes INT: of oppression will no hide longer teachers 1 Occurrence Strong's Hebrew 3670 1 Occurrence yik·kā·nêp̄ — 1 Occ.