אָסִיף
a.siph
ingathering
Lexicon Entry
Lexicon data from STEPBible TIPNR, Tyndale House, Cambridge. Licensed under CC BY 4.0.
What Original Readers Understood
ExploredThe Hebrew word אָסִיף (a.siph) has a definition of "ingathering." This term likely refers to the act of gathering something, such as crops, toward a central point. The semantic domain of "Movement & Travel" suggests that this word is associated with physical movement or collection. The two occurrences of this word in the Bible indicate that it is used in a specific context, possibly related to agricultural practices. Its definition and usage imply that ingathering is an important aspect of harvesting crops, likely a crucial event for communities that rely on farming. Beyond its literal meaning, the word אָסִיף also represents a broader concept of bringing things together, possibly symbolizing unity or accumulation. Its significance lies in its connection to everyday activities and the natural rhythms of life, making it a relatable term for people familiar with farming and harvest seasons.
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Occurrences in Scripture
2 total occurrences across the text
And the feast of harvest, the first fruits of your labors, which you sow in the field; and the feast of ingathering, at the end of the year, when you gather in your labors out of the field.
Exodus 34:22“You shall observe the feast of weeks with the first fruits of wheat harvest, and the feast of harvest at the year’s end.