7661. shabats
Strong's Lexicon
shabats: To weave, to interlace

Original Word: שָׁבָץ
Part of Speech: Noun Masculine
Transliteration: shabats
Pronunciation: shah-BAHTS
Phonetic Spelling: (shaw-bawts')
Definition: To weave, to interlace
Meaning: entanglement, perplexity

Word Origin: A primitive root

Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there may not be a direct Greek equivalent for "shabats," related concepts of weaving and craftsmanship can be found in Greek terms such as "ὑφαίνω" (hyphaino - to weave) and "τέχνη" (techne - art, skill).

Usage: The Hebrew verb "shabats" primarily means to weave or interlace, often used in the context of creating intricate patterns or designs. This term can be associated with craftsmanship, particularly in the making of garments or other woven items. It implies a skillful and deliberate action, reflecting the care and attention given to the task.

Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient Israel, weaving was a significant and respected craft, essential for producing clothing, tapestries, and other textiles. The process of weaving was often done by hand on looms, requiring skill and patience. The ability to create complex patterns was highly valued, and woven items could be symbols of status and artistry. The use of "shabats" in the Hebrew Bible reflects the importance of craftsmanship and the cultural appreciation for detailed and beautiful work.

NAS Exhaustive Concordance
Word Origin
perhaps from shabats
Definition
perhaps cramp
NASB Translation
agony (1).

Brown-Driver-Briggs
שָׁבָץ noun masculine (meaning and connection with above √ dubious); — ׳אֲחָזַנִי הַשּׁ 1 Samuel 1:9 ׳הַשּׁ hath seized me, i.e. perhaps cramp (EwG iii. 147 Th Ke, compare Dr); al. giddiness (Thes Klo HPS), as intricacy, confusion; Kit Bu Now leave undecided.

Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
anguish

From shabats; entanglement, i.e. (figuratively) perplexity -- anguish.

see HEBREW shabats

Forms and Transliterations
הַשָּׁבָ֑ץ השבץ haš·šā·ḇāṣ hashshaVatz haššāḇāṣ
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Englishman's Concordance
2 Samuel 1:9
HEB: כִּ֥י אֲחָזַ֖נִי הַשָּׁבָ֑ץ כִּֽי־ כָל־
NAS: me and kill me, for agony has seized
KJV: I pray thee, upon me, and slay me: for anguish is come
INT: because has seized agony because all manner

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Strong's Hebrew 7661
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haš·šā·ḇāṣ — 1 Occ.















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