Lexicon tashbets: Checkered work, embroidery Original Word: תַּשְׁבֵּץ Strong's Exhaustive Concordance broidered From shabats; checkered stuff (as reticulated) -- broidered. see HEBREW shabats NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom shabats Definition checkered NASB Translation checkered work (1). Brown-Driver-Briggs תַּשְׁבֵּץ noun [masculine] chequered (or plaited) work; — ׳כְּתֹנֶת ת Exodus 28:4. שׁבק (√of following; compare Biblical Aramaic ᵑ7, שְׁבַק let go leave, so Topical Lexicon Word Origin: Derived from the root verb שָׁבַץ (shabats), meaning "to interweave" or "to embroider."Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: There is no direct Greek equivalent for תַּשְׁבֵּץ in the Strong's Greek lexicon, as this specific term pertains to Hebrew cultural and religious practices. However, related concepts of embroidery and woven patterns can be found in descriptions of garments in the Septuagint and other Greek texts, though they do not have a one-to-one correspondence with this Hebrew term. Usage: The term תַּשְׁבֵּץ is used in the context of describing the intricate and decorative work on the garments of the high priest, specifically referring to the checkered or embroidered pattern. Context: תַּשְׁבֵּץ (tashbēts) appears in the context of the priestly garments as described in the Book of Exodus. The term is used to describe the fine craftsmanship and detailed embroidery that adorned the sacred vestments worn by the high priest. In Exodus 28:4, the garments are described as having a "checkered work," indicating a pattern that was both decorative and symbolic, reflecting the holiness and the set-apart status of the priestly office. The use of תַּשְׁבֵּץ highlights the importance of beauty and detail in the worship practices of ancient Israel, as the garments were not only functional but also served as a visual representation of the glory and majesty of God. The checkered pattern may have also symbolized the interwoven relationship between God and His people, as well as the complexity and order of creation. Forms and Transliterations תַּשְׁבֵּ֖ץ תשבץ taš·bêṣ tašbêṣ tashBetzLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance Exodus 28:4 HEB: וּמְעִ֔יל וּכְתֹ֥נֶת תַּשְׁבֵּ֖ץ מִצְנֶ֣פֶת וְאַבְנֵ֑ט NAS: and a tunic of checkered work, a turban KJV: and a robe, and a broidered coat, INT: robe tunic of checkered A turban sash 1 Occurrence |
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