Lexicon shachats: To trample down, to despise, to reject Original Word: שַׁחַץ Strong's Exhaustive Concordance lion, pride From an unused root apparently meaning to strut; haughtiness (as evinced by the attitude) -- X lion, pride. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom an unused word Definition dignity, pride NASB Translation pride (1), proud (1). Brown-Driver-Briggs [שַׁ֫חַץ] noun [masculine] dignity, pride; — בְּנֵיהֿשָּׁ֑חַץ i.e. majestic wild beasts Job 28:8 ("" שָׁ֑חַל), Job 41:26. Topical Lexicon Word Origin: Derived from an unused root meaning to be proud or haughty.Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: The corresponding Greek entry in Strong's Concordance is G213 (ἄγαρ), which is used to describe a similar concept of pride or arrogance. While the Greek term may not be a direct translation, it captures the essence of haughtiness as seen in the New Testament, where pride is also addressed as a vice contrary to the teachings of Christ and the apostles. Usage: The term שַׁחַץ is used in the Hebrew Bible to denote a sense of pride or arrogance, often in a negative context, highlighting the moral failing of being overly self-important or disdainful towards others. Context: The Hebrew word שַׁחַץ (shachatz) is a noun that encapsulates the concept of haughtiness or arrogance. It is derived from an unused root that implies a sense of pride or self-exaltation. In the biblical context, haughtiness is often condemned as it reflects a heart that is lifted up against God and others. This term is used to describe the attitude of individuals or nations that elevate themselves above others, often leading to their downfall. The Bible consistently warns against such pride, emphasizing humility and the fear of the Lord as virtues. For instance, in the prophetic literature, haughtiness is frequently associated with judgment and divine retribution, as God opposes the proud but gives grace to the humble. Forms and Transliterations שָֽׁחַץ׃ שָׁ֑חַץ שחץ שחץ׃ šā·ḥaṣ šāḥaṣ ShachatzLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance Job 28:8 HEB: הִדְרִיכֻ֥הוּ בְנֵי־ שָׁ֑חַץ לֹֽא־ עָדָ֖ה NAS: The proud beasts have not trodden KJV: The lion's whelps have not trodden INT: trodden beasts the proud Nor passed Job 41:34 2 Occurrences |
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