Lexicon Saph: To attach, join, add, gather Original Word: סַף Strong's Exhaustive Concordance Saph The same as caph; Saph, a Philistine -- Saph. Compare Cippay. see HEBREW caph see HEBREW Cippay NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom the same as saph Definition a Philistine (the same as NH5598) NASB Translation Saph (1). Brown-Driver-Briggs III. סַף, סִמַּי proper name, masculine a Philistine, 2 Samuel 21:18 (ᵐ5 τὸν Σεφ(ε); ᵐ5L τοὺς ἐπισυνηγμένους), = סִמַּי 1 Chronicles 20:4 (ᵐ5 τὸν Σαφουτ, A Σεφφι, ᵐ5L Σαπφι). Topical Lexicon Word Origin: Derived from an unused root meaning to scrape or sweep away.Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: There are no direct corresponding Strong's Greek entries for the proper noun סַף (Saph) as it is a specific name found in the Hebrew Bible. However, the concept of giants and battles with formidable foes can be related to various Greek terms used in the Septuagint and New Testament to describe similar themes, though no direct equivalent for Saph exists. Usage: The name Saph appears in the context of a Philistine warrior, specifically a giant, who was defeated by one of David's mighty men. Context: Saph is mentioned in the context of the battles between the Israelites and the Philistines during the reign of King David. He is identified as one of the descendants of the giants, known for their formidable size and strength. Saph is specifically noted in 2 Samuel 21:18, where he is slain by Sibbecai the Hushathite, one of David's warriors. This account highlights the ongoing conflict between the Israelites and the Philistines and the role of David's men in securing victories over these formidable foes. The narrative underscores the theme of divine assistance and the triumph of God's chosen people over their enemies. Forms and Transliterations סַ֕ף סף saf sap̄Links Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance 2 Samuel 21:18 HEB: הַחֻ֣שָׁתִ֔י אֶת־ סַ֕ף אֲשֶׁ֖ר בִּילִדֵ֥י NAS: struck down Saph, who KJV: slew Saph, which [was] of the sons INT: Sibbecai the Hushathite Saph who the descendants |
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