גָּבִישׁ
ga.vish
crystal
Lexicon Entry
Lexicon data from STEPBible TIPNR, Tyndale House, Cambridge. Licensed under CC BY 4.0.
What Original Readers Understood
ExploredThe Hebrew word גָּבִישׁ (gavis) is transliterated as ga.vish and defined as "crystal." Its occurrence in the Bible is limited to one instance, suggesting it may be a less common or specialized term. The definition itself conveys a clear and precise meaning, referencing a specific type of transparent or glassy material often associated with rock or minerals. Given its single occurrence, the range of usage for this word appears to be quite narrow. It's difficult to predict its potential applications or associations without more context, but its meaning as "crystal" provides a clear starting point for understanding its significance. The use of this word in one specific instance may emphasize its importance or uniqueness in that particular context. Further study of the biblical passage containing this word would be necessary to fully appreciate its significance and meaning within the broader narrative.
Source data & methodology
Occurrences in Scripture
1 total occurrence across the text