קֶ֫צֶף
qe.tseph
splinter
Lexicon Entry
Lexicon data from STEPBible TIPNR, Tyndale House, Cambridge. Licensed under CC BY 4.0.
What Original Readers Understood
ExploredThe Hebrew word קֶ֫צֶף (qe.tseph) is defined as a "splinter." This single occurrence in the Bible suggests that the word is used to describe a small, sharp piece of wood that breaks off from a larger piece. The term likely conveys a sense of something fragile and easily broken. Given its definition, the word's range of usage is likely limited to describing physical objects or situations where a small, sharp piece of wood is involved. Its significance lies in its ability to convey a sense of fragility and brittleness, which may be used to describe a variety of situations, from the physical breakdown of objects to the emotional fragility of individuals. The fact that this word appears only once in the Bible suggests that it may be a rare or specialized term, used to convey a specific idea or image. Further study of the context in which it appears may provide more insight into its significance and meaning.
Source data & methodology
Occurrences in Scripture
1 total occurrence across the text