Biblica Analytica
H1728 Hebrew

דַּוָּג

dav.vag

fisher

Lexicon Entry

Definition
fisher
Transliteration
dav.vag
Strong's Number
H1728
Occurrences
1
Semantic Domain
Food & Drink

Lexicon data from STEPBible TIPNR, Tyndale House, Cambridge. Licensed under CC BY 4.0.

What Original Readers Understood

Explored

The word "dav.vag" (H1728) in Hebrew is a noun, specifically translated as "fisher." Its definition is directly tied to the semantic domain of "Food & Drink." This means that the primary context in which this word is used is related to activities related to fishing and the procurement of food. Given its single occurrence in the Bible, it's difficult to generalize its range of usage beyond its specific context. However, as a noun referring to a person's profession, it implies a level of expertise or skill involved in fishing. This word's significance may lie in its uniqueness, offering a glimpse into a specific aspect of ancient Hebrew life and occupations. In this limited context, "dav.vag" serves as an identification term for a particular individual or group of people involved in fishing. Its precise meaning and usage are dependent on the surrounding text, which we cannot assess here. Still, the fact that it's tied to the domain of food and drink suggests an important role in the community's sustenance and well-being.

Source data & methodology
Strong's
H1728
Lemma
דַּוָּג
Transliteration
dav.vag
Definition
fisher
Occurrences
1
Model
groq
Prompt version
1

AI synthesis uses only the lexicon data above as context — never training knowledge.

Occurrences in Scripture

1 total occurrence across the text