Lexicon sheminith: Eighth Original Word: שְׁמִינִית Strong's Exhaustive Concordance Sheminith Feminine of shmiyniy; probably an eight-stringed lyre -- Sheminith. see HEBREW shmiyniy NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfem. of shemini, q.v. Topical Lexicon Word Origin: Derived from the Hebrew root שְׁמֹנֶה (shemonah), meaning "eight."Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: There is no direct Greek equivalent for שְׁמִינִית in the Strong's Concordance, as it is a specific Hebrew musical term. However, the concept of musical instruments and styles is present in the Greek New Testament, with terms such as ψαλμός (psalmos, Strong's Greek 5568) referring to psalms or songs accompanied by stringed instruments. Usage: The term שְׁמִינִית is used in the context of musical instructions in the Psalms, indicating either the use of an eight-stringed instrument or a particular musical style or mode. It appears in the headings of certain Psalms, providing guidance for the musical accompaniment. Context: The term שְׁמִינִית appears in the headings of Psalms 6 and 12 in the Hebrew Bible. In these contexts, it is generally understood to refer to a musical term, possibly indicating the use of an eight-stringed lyre or a specific musical mode. The exact nature of the term is not definitively known, but it is traditionally associated with a lower musical register or a solemn tone. The Berean Standard Bible translates these headings as "For the choirmaster. With stringed instruments. According to Sheminith," suggesting a specific musical arrangement or style intended for the performance of these Psalms. The use of שְׁמִינִית highlights the rich musical tradition in ancient Israelite worship, where specific instruments and musical styles were employed to enhance the liturgical and emotional impact of the Psalms. Forms and Transliterations הַשְּׁמִינִ֖ית הַשְּׁמִינִ֗ית השמינית haš·šə·mî·nîṯ hashshemiNit haššəmînîṯLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance 1 Chronicles 15:21 HEB: בְּכִנֹּר֥וֹת עַל־ הַשְּׁמִינִ֖ית לְנַצֵּֽחַ׃ KJV: with harps on the Sheminith to excel. INT: lyres on the Sheminith to lead Psalm 6:1 Psalm 12:1 3 Occurrences |
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