Lexicon shimtsah: Reproach, disgrace, shame Original Word: שִׁמְצָה Strong's Exhaustive Concordance shame Feminine of shemets; scornful whispering (of hostile spectators) -- shame. see HEBREW shemets NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom the same as shemets Definition whisper, derision NASB Translation derision (1). Brown-Driver-Briggs שִׁמְצָה noun feminine (derisive) whisper, derision; — ׳שׁ Exodus 32:25 (J). Topical Lexicon Word Origin: Derived from the root שָׁמַץ (shamats), which is not used in the Hebrew Bible but is understood to mean "to whisper" or "to scorn."Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: • Strong's Greek Number 987 (βλασφημέω, blasphēmeō): To speak evil of, to slander, to revile. Usage: The word שִׁמְצָה appears in the Hebrew Bible in contexts where individuals or groups are subjected to ridicule or contempt. It is used to describe the act of whispering scornfully, often implying a sense of malice or disdain. Context: The term שִׁמְצָה (shimtsah) is found in the Hebrew Bible and is associated with the concept of scornful whispering or derision. This word is used to describe situations where individuals are subjected to contemptuous speech, often in a manner that is secretive or intended to undermine. The use of this term highlights the negative impact of such speech, which can lead to feelings of shame and dishonor for those targeted. In the biblical context, scornful whispering is often condemned as it reflects a lack of respect and love for one's neighbor, contrary to the teachings of the Scriptures. The act of whispering scornfully is seen as a form of verbal aggression that can sow discord and harm relationships within the community of believers. Forms and Transliterations לְשִׁמְצָ֖ה לשמצה lə·šim·ṣāh leshimTzah ləšimṣāhLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance Exodus 32:25 HEB: פְרָעֹ֣ה אַהֲרֹ֔ן לְשִׁמְצָ֖ה בְּקָמֵיהֶֽם׃ NAS: had let them get out of control to be a derision among their enemies-- KJV: had made them naked unto [their] shame among their enemies:) INT: get Aaron derision their enemies 1 Occurrence |
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