Strong’s H3427

יָשַׁב

Part of speech

Verb

Transliteration

yashab

Pronunciation

yah-SHAV

Definition

To sit, dwell, remain, inhabit

Meaning

to sit down, to dwell, to remain, to settle, to marry

Usage

The Hebrew verb "yashab" primarily means "to sit" or "to dwell." It conveys the idea of remaining in a place, inhabiting a location, or taking a seat. This verb is used extensively throughout the Old Testament to describe both physical sitting and the more abstract concept of dwelling or residing in a place. It can refer to individuals, groups, or even God dwelling among His people.

Bible references

Genesis 4:16;Genesis 4:20;Genesis 11:2;Genesis 11:31;Genesis 13:6;Genesis 13:6;Genesis 13:7;Genesis 13:12;Genesis 13:12;Genesis 13:18;Genesis 14:7;Genesis 14:12;Genesis 16:3;Genesis 18:1;Genesis 19:1;Genesis 19:25;Genesis 19:29;Genesis 19:30;Genesis 19:30;Genesis 19:30;Genesis 20:1;Genesis 20:15;Genesis 21:16;Genesis 21:16;Genesis 21:20