צָבַט
tsa.vat
to serve
Lexicon Entry
Lexicon data from STEPBible TIPNR, Tyndale House, Cambridge. Licensed under CC BY 4.0.
What Original Readers Understood
ExploredThe word "צָבַט" (tsa.vat) with the Strong's number H6642 is a Hebrew verb that means "to serve." It occurs only once in the Bible. Given its limited appearance, it's challenging to identify a specific range of usage. However, its definition as "to serve" implies a relationship where one party provides assistance or attends to the needs of another. The significance of this word lies in its uniqueness in the Bible, suggesting that it might be a rare or nuanced expression of service. Without further context, it's difficult to determine the specific nature of the service being described. Nevertheless, this word adds to the richness of the Hebrew language, providing another example of how service can be understood in different contexts within the biblical narrative.
Source data & methodology
Occurrences in Scripture
1 total occurrence across the text