Strong's Lexicon peh: Mouth Original Word: פֵיה Word Origin: From the root פָּאָה (H6284), which means "to blow" or "to puff." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: - G4750 (stoma): The Greek equivalent for "mouth," used in the New Testament to convey similar meanings of speech and expression. Usage: The Hebrew word "peh" primarily refers to the physical mouth of a person or an animal. It is used to denote the organ of speech and consumption. In a broader sense, "peh" can also symbolize speech, command, or the expression of thoughts and emotions. It is often used metaphorically to represent communication, authority, and the power of words. Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient Hebrew culture, the mouth was considered a powerful tool for both good and evil. Words spoken could bless or curse, build up or tear down. The mouth was seen as a gateway to the heart, reflecting one's inner thoughts and intentions. In the biblical context, the mouth is often associated with wisdom, prophecy, and divine revelation, as well as deceit and folly. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originthe same as peh, q.v. Strong's Exhaustive Concordance two-edged Or piyah {pee-yaw'}; feminine of peh; an edge -- (two-)edge(-d). see HEBREW peh Forms and Transliterations פֵי֖וֹת פיות feYot p̄ê·yō·wṯ p̄êyōwṯLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance Judges 3:16 HEB: וְלָ֛הּ שְׁנֵ֥י פֵי֖וֹת גֹּ֣מֶד אָרְכָּ֑הּ KJV: which had two edges, of a cubit INT: A sword had two edges A cubit length 1 Occurrence |
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