שׁוּט
shat
to despise
Lexicon Entry
Lexicon data from STEPBible TIPNR, Tyndale House, Cambridge. Licensed under CC BY 4.0.
What Original Readers Understood
ExploredThe word שׁוּט (shat) is a Hebrew verb that primarily expresses the idea of despising or regarding something as inferior. In its 3 instances in the Bible, this verb is used to convey a strong emotional attitude of contempt or disdain. The occurrences of שׁוּט suggest that it is used in situations where there is a perceived disparity or mismatch between what is expected and what is actual. This verb can either imply that one person views another person or thing with contempt, or that a standard or expectation is being disregarded. The verb's emotional intensity underscores the significance of the situation, indicating that the disregard or contempt is not merely casual, but rather deep-seated. The limited occurrences of שׁוּט suggest that it may be a relatively forceful or emphatic expression, implying a strong emotional response rather than a more casual or nuanced attitude. Its usage also implies a certain level of social or cultural significance, as despising or contempt can be a powerful social dynamic.
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Occurrences in Scripture
3 total occurrences across the text
before your wickedness was uncovered, as at the time of the reproach of the daughters of Syria, and of all who are around her, the daughters of the Philistines, who despise you all around.
Ezekiel 28:24“ ‘ “There will be no more a pricking brier to the house of Israel, nor a hurting thorn of any that are around them that scorned them. Then they will know that I am the Lord Yahweh.”
Ezekiel 28:26They will dwell in it securely. Yes, they will build houses, plant vineyards, and will dwell securely, when I have executed judgments on all those who scorn them all around. Then they will know that I am Yahweh their God.” ’ ”