Original Word: צְפִירָה
Part of Speech: Noun Feminine
Transliteration: tsphiyrah
Pronunciation: tse-fee-RAH
Phonetic Spelling: (tsef-ee-raw')
Definition: a crown, a turn of affairs
Meaning: The term צְפִירָה primarily denotes a "crown" or a "turn of affairs." It conveys the idea of something that encircles or encompasses, often used metaphorically to describe a significant change or reversal in circumstances.

Word Origin: Derived from the root צָפַר (tsaphar), which means "to shine" or "to be bright."

Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: • G4120: πλοκή (plokē) • This Greek term refers to something that is intertwined or braided, often used in the context of a wreath or crown. It shares a conceptual similarity with צְפִירָה in its association with a crown or an encircling ornament, symbolizing honor and distinction.

In summary, צְפִירָה (Tsephirah) encapsulates the dual imagery of a crown and a transformative turn of events, reflecting both the honor and the dynamic changes that can occur under divine providence.

Usage: The word צְפִירָה is used in the context of describing a crown or a significant change in events. It is not frequently found in the Hebrew Bible, indicating its specific and nuanced application.

Context: • The term צְפִירָה is a noun feminine in Hebrew, and its usage is relatively rare in the biblical text. It is often associated with the concept of a crown, symbolizing authority, honor, or a pivotal change in one's status or situation. The imagery of a crown in biblical literature often signifies divine favor or the bestowal of honor and glory.
• In the broader biblical narrative, crowns are emblematic of kingship and victory. They are used to denote the authority and legitimacy of a ruler, as well as the honor bestowed upon individuals by God. The metaphorical use of צְפִירָה to describe a "turn of affairs" suggests a divinely orchestrated change, often reflecting God's intervention in human history.
• The concept of a crown is also linked to the eschatological hope found in the Scriptures, where the faithful are promised crowns of life and righteousness as rewards for their perseverance and faithfulness.

Word Origin
from an unused word
Definition
a plait, chaplet, perhaps doom
NASB Translation
diadem (1), doom (2).

צְפִירָה noun feminine plait, chaplet; — absolute ׳צ Ezekiel 7:7, צְפִרָה Ezekiel 7:10; construct צְפִירַת Isaiah 28:5; — chaplet, coronet, diadem, תִּפְצָרָה׳צ Isaiah 28:5 (figurative of ׳י; "" עֲטֶרֶת צְבִי) — ׳צ Ezekiel 7:7,10 is dubious; AV morning (as Ki, from Aramaic) is unsuitable; most (after AW ) doom, fate (as coming round upon one, compare RV Da Toy), but see Dr^{Hast. ii. 176} n; diadem is possible Ezekiel 7:10 ("" הַמַּטֶה; of royal house of Judah Co Berthol; or of Jerusalem Krae), but not Ezekiel 7:7; conjectures in Co Berthol Krae.

IV. צפר (√ of following; meaning dubious; Late Hebrew = Biblical Hebrew; so Arabic , , Ethiopic Assyrian ƒupru; Aramaic פַר, טוּפְרָא, , all nail).

diadem, morning

Feminine formed like tsaphiyr; a crown (as encircling the head); also a turn of affairs (i.e. Mishap) -- diadem, morning.

see HEBREW tsaphiyr

הַצְּפִירָ֛ה הַצְּפִרָ֔ה הצפירה הצפרה וְלִצְפִירַ֖ת ולצפירת haṣ·ṣə·p̄i·rāh haṣ·ṣə·p̄î·rāh haṣṣəp̄irāh haṣṣəp̄îrāh hatztzefiRah velitzfiRat wə·liṣ·p̄î·raṯ wəliṣp̄îraṯInterlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel Texts