קַעֲקַע
qa.a.qa
incision
Lexicon Entry
Lexicon data from STEPBible TIPNR, Tyndale House, Cambridge. Licensed under CC BY 4.0.
What Original Readers Understood
ExploredThe word "qa.a.qa" (H7085) is defined as an "incision." Given its single occurrence in the Hebrew Bible, we can infer that the word has a specific and precise meaning, likely denoting a cut or a wound. The term "incision" implies a sharp, deliberate action that creates a defined opening or alteration in a surface. The limited usage of "qa.a.qa" suggests it may be a specialized or technical term, possibly used in medical or surgical contexts. However, without further information or context, we cannot be certain of its precise application. The term's narrow range of usage further emphasizes its specific, technical meaning. While the significance of "qa.a.qa" is presently opaque, its singular appearance in the Bible implies that it holds importance within the text in which it is found. Without further analysis of its context, we can only infer that "qa.a.qa" is a pivotal component of the narrative or concept in which it appears, even if its precise implications remain unclear.
Source data & methodology
Occurrences in Scripture
1 total occurrence across the text