יְצֻקָה
ye.tsu.qah
casting
Lexicon Entry
Lexicon data from STEPBible TIPNR, Tyndale House, Cambridge. Licensed under CC BY 4.0.
What Original Readers Understood
ExploredThe Hebrew word "יצוקה" (ye.tsu.qah) is associated with the Strong's number H3333 and falls within the semantic domain of Construction & Crafts. Its short definition is "casting," which implies the process of shaping or molding a material, likely metal, into a desired form. The word "יצוקה" is used only twice in the Bible, indicating a limited but specific range of usage. The fact that it is tied to the domain of Construction & Crafts suggests that it is a technical term related to craftsmanship, possibly in the context of metalworking or jewelry-making. Given its technical nature and limited occurrences, the significance of "יצוקה" lies in its precise meaning and its potential to provide insight into the craftsmanship and manufacturing practices of ancient Israelites.
Source data & methodology
Occurrences in Scripture
2 total occurrences across the text
Under its brim around there were buds which encircled it for ten cubits, encircling the sea. The buds were in two rows, cast when it was cast.
1 Kings 7:30Every base had four bronze wheels, and axles of bronze; and the four feet of it had supports. The supports were cast beneath the basin, with wreaths at the side of each.