שֵׂ֫בֶר
se.ver
hope
Lexicon Entry
Lexicon data from STEPBible TIPNR, Tyndale House, Cambridge. Licensed under CC BY 4.0.
What Original Readers Understood
ExploredThe Hebrew word שֵׂ֫בֶר (se.ver) is defined as "hope." It falls within the semantic domain of Emotion & Attitude, indicating its connection to a person's emotional state. This word is used only twice in the Bible, suggesting its relatively limited scope of application. Given its definition, it is likely that שֵׂ֫בֶר (se.ver) refers to a positive expectation or a sense of optimism about the future. Its usage in the Bible may provide insight into the emotional and psychological dynamics of the individuals or communities in which it is used. Unfortunately, without more context, it is difficult to determine the specific nuances of this word's meaning and significance.
Source data & methodology
Occurrences in Scripture
2 total occurrences across the text