Strong's Lexicon shepha: Abundance, overflow, plenty Original Word: שֶׁפַע Word Origin: Derived from the root שָׁפַע (shapha), meaning "to abound" or "to overflow." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Greek equivalent for "shepha," the concept of abundance is captured in Greek by words such as "πληθύνω" (plethyno - G4129) meaning "to multiply" or "to abound," and "περισσεύω" (perisseuo - G4052) meaning "to overflow" or "to be abundant." Usage: The Hebrew word "shepha" primarily denotes a sense of abundance or overflow, often used in the context of material wealth, prosperity, or the bountiful provision of God. It conveys the idea of an overflowing supply, whether of physical resources or spiritual blessings. Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient Israel, the concept of abundance was closely tied to the covenant relationship between God and His people. The land of Israel was described as "a land flowing with milk and honey" (Exodus 3:8), symbolizing divine provision and prosperity. Abundance was seen as a sign of God's favor and blessing, while scarcity was often viewed as a consequence of disobedience or judgment. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom an unused word Definition abundance NASB Translation abundance (1). Brown-Driver-Briggs שֶׁ֫פַע noun [masculine] abundance; — construct ׳שׁ Deuteronomy 33:19. Strong's Exhaustive Concordance abundance From an unused root meaning to abound; resources -- abundance. Forms and Transliterations שֶׁ֤פַע שפע še·p̄a‘ šep̄a‘ ShefaLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance Deuteronomy 33:19 HEB: צֶ֑דֶק כִּ֣י שֶׁ֤פַע יַמִּים֙ יִינָ֔קוּ NAS: For they will draw out the abundance of the seas, KJV: for they shall suck [of] the abundance of the seas, INT: righteous out the abundance of the seas will draw 1 Occurrence |
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