Strong’s H5130

נוּף

Part of speech

Verb

Transliteration

nuwph

Pronunciation

noof

Definition

To wave, to move to and fro, to sprinkle, to brandish

Meaning

to quiver

Usage

The Hebrew verb "nuph" primarily means to wave or to move something back and forth. It is often used in the context of ritualistic or ceremonial actions, particularly in the waving of offerings before the Lord as a symbolic gesture of dedication and consecration. This action signifies presenting something to God and acknowledging His sovereignty and provision.

Bible references

Exodus 20:25;Exodus 29:24;Exodus 29:26;Exodus 29:27;Exodus 35:22;Leviticus 7:30;Leviticus 8:27;Leviticus 8:29;Leviticus 9:21;Leviticus 10:15;Leviticus 14:12;Leviticus 14:24;Leviticus 23:11;Leviticus 23:11;Leviticus 23:12;Leviticus 23:20;Numbers 5:25;Numbers 6:20;Numbers 8:11;Numbers 8:13;Numbers 8:15;Numbers 8:21;Deuteronomy 23:25;Deuteronomy 27:5;Joshua 8:31