פַּךְ
pakh
vial
Lexicon Entry
Lexicon data from STEPBible TIPNR, Tyndale House, Cambridge. Licensed under CC BY 4.0.
What Original Readers Understood
ExploredThe Hebrew word פַּךְ (pakh) with Strong's number H6378 is a noun that translates as "vial." Its short definition provides a clear indication of its meaning, referring to a small container or vessel, likely used to hold liquids. The three occurrences of this word in the Bible suggest a relatively limited range of usage. Its appearances indicate that the word is associated with a specific context or theme, possibly related to ritual or ceremonial practices. Without further context, it's difficult to discern its significance, but its repetition implies that it holds some importance in the narrative or message being conveyed. Given its unique translation as a "vial," the word פַּךְ (pakh) likely plays a specific role in the biblical account, potentially referring to a unique vessel used for a particular purpose. Its significance can be inferred from its usage, but its meaning remains tied to the context in which it appears.
Source data & methodology
Occurrences in Scripture
3 total occurrences across the text
Then Samuel took the vial of oil, and poured it on his head, and kissed him, and said, “Hasn’t Yahweh anointed you to be prince over his inheritance?
2 Kings 9:1Elisha the prophet called one of the sons of the prophets, and said to him, “Put your belt on your waist, take this vial of oil in your hand, and go to Ramoth Gilead.
2 Kings 9:3Then take the vial of oil, and pour it on his head, and say, ‘Yahweh says, “I have anointed you king over Israel.” ’ Then open the door, flee, and don’t wait.”