Strong’s H2835

חָשִׂף

Part of speech

Noun Masculine

Transliteration

chasiph

Pronunciation

khaw-SEEF

Definition

Leaf, foliage

Meaning

drawn off, separated, a small company

Usage

The term "chasiph" refers to a leaf or foliage, often used metaphorically in the Hebrew Bible to symbolize transience, beauty, or the natural cycle of life. It can denote the physical leaves of a tree or plant, emphasizing their temporary nature and the inevitability of change and decay.

Bible references

1 Kings 20:27