שַׁלֶּטֶת
shal.le.tet
imperious
Lexicon Entry
Lexicon data from STEPBible TIPNR, Tyndale House, Cambridge. Licensed under CC BY 4.0.
What Original Readers Understood
ExploredThe Hebrew word שַׁלֶּטֶת (shal.le.tet) appears only once in the Bible and is defined as "imperious". This unique usage suggests that the word has a specific, perhaps intense, connotation. The definition's emphasis on "imperious" implies a sense of haughtiness or superiority, possibly even arrogance. Given its singular occurrence, it's challenging to generalize its usage in biblical contexts. However, the term's meaning implies a form of dominance or control. Its brevity and concise definition imply a powerful, commanding quality, rather than a nuanced or complex set of characteristics. The rarity of the term might indicate its limited relevance in everyday social interactions or general communication. Its significance could lie in its representation of a particular attitude or personality trait that, while present in individuals, might be seen as exceptional or noteworthy.
Source data & methodology
Occurrences in Scripture
1 total occurrence across the text