Strong's Lexicon shiphluth: Lowliness, Humility Original Word: שְׁפְלוּת Word Origin: Derived from the root שָׁפַל (shaphal), meaning "to be low" or "to be humble." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: The Greek equivalent often associated with humility is ταπεινοφροσύνη (tapeinophrosyne), Strong's Greek 5012, which also conveys the idea of lowliness of mind and humility. Usage: The term "shiphluth" refers to a state of being lowly or humble. It is often used to describe a condition of humility, either in a physical sense (as in being of low status or position) or in a spiritual or moral sense (as in having a humble heart or attitude). In the biblical context, humility is a virtue that is highly esteemed by God, contrasting with pride and arrogance. Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient Israelite society, humility was a valued trait, often associated with wisdom and righteousness. The cultural context of the Bible places a strong emphasis on the importance of recognizing one's dependence on God and the need for a humble heart. This is reflected in various biblical narratives and teachings, where humility is portrayed as a key characteristic of faithful individuals. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom shaphel Definition a sinking NASB Translation slackness* (1). Brown-Driver-Briggs שִׁפְלוּת noun feminine sinking; — construct יָדִים ׳שׁ Ecclesiastes 10:18 sinking of hands, negligence ("" עֲצַלְתַּ֫יִם). Strong's Exhaustive Concordance idleness From shaphel; remissness -- idleness. see HEBREW shaphel Forms and Transliterations וּבְשִׁפְל֥וּת ובשפלות ū·ḇə·šip̄·lūṯ ūḇəšip̄lūṯ uveshifLutLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance Ecclesiastes 10:18 HEB: יִמַּ֣ךְ הַמְּקָרֶ֑ה וּבְשִׁפְל֥וּת יָדַ֖יִם יִדְלֹ֥ף NAS: sag, and through slackness the house KJV: decayeth; and through idleness of the hands INT: sag the rafters idleness of the hands leaks 1 Occurrence |
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