גֵּה
geh
this
Lexicon Entry
Lexicon data from STEPBible TIPNR, Tyndale House, Cambridge. Licensed under CC BY 4.0.
What Original Readers Understood
ExploredThe word "גֵּה" (Geh) is a Hebrew term that translates to "this." It is a pronoun referring to something specific, likely in proximity to the speaker. The fact that it appears only once in the Bible suggests that it holds unique significance in that particular context. In its short definition, "this" implies a sense of direct reference or pointing out something specific. This usage range could suggest that the speaker is highlighting or emphasizing a particular detail or object in their surroundings. Given the limited occurrences of "גֵּה" in the Bible, we can't make inferences about its broader linguistic or cultural significance beyond its singular appearance. However, in its immediate context, it serves to draw attention to something that is presumably significant or noteworthy.
Source data & methodology
Occurrences in Scripture
1 total occurrence across the text