אַשְׁפָּה
ash.pah
quiver
Lexicon Entry
Lexicon data from STEPBible TIPNR, Tyndale House, Cambridge. Licensed under CC BY 4.0.
What Original Readers Understood
ExploredThe Hebrew word אַשְׁפָּה (ash.pah) is a term that refers to a quiver, a container used to hold arrows. This word is primarily associated with warfare and conflict, indicating its significance in ancient military contexts. The six occurrences of this word in the Bible suggest that it was a common or important item in ancient warfare. Its use in this context implies that the quiver was a crucial tool for archers, providing a convenient and organized way to carry and access their arrows during battles. The semantic domain of warfare and conflict highlights the practical and functional aspects of the quiver, emphasizing its role in facilitating military activities.
Source data & methodology
Occurrences in Scripture
6 total occurrences across the text
The quiver rattles against him, the flashing spear and the javelin.
Psalms 127:5Happy is the man who has his quiver full of them. They won’t be disappointed when they speak with their enemies in the gate.
Isaiah 22:6Elam carried his quiver, with chariots of men and horsemen; and Kir uncovered the shield.
Isaiah 49:2He has made my mouth like a sharp sword. He has hidden me in the shadow of his hand. He has made me a polished shaft. He has kept me close in his quiver.
Jeremiah 5:16Their quiver is an open tomb. They are all mighty men.
Lamentations 3:13He has caused the shafts of his quiver to enter into my kidneys.