Strong’s H5197

נָטַף

Part of speech

Verb

Transliteration

nataph

Pronunciation

naw-TAHF

Definition

To drop, drip, distill, prophesy

Meaning

to ooze, distil gradually, to fall in drops, to speak by inspiration

Usage

The Hebrew verb "nataph" primarily means "to drop" or "to drip," often used in the context of liquids like water or honey. It is also metaphorically used to describe the act of prophesying, as words or messages from God are seen as "dripping" from the prophet's mouth. This dual usage highlights the concept of divine revelation being poured out or flowing from God through His chosen messengers.

Bible references

Judges 5:4;Judges 5:4;Job 29:22;Psalm 68:8;Proverbs 5:3;Songs 4:11;Songs 5:5;Songs 5:13;Ezekiel 20:46;Ezekiel 21:2;Joel 3:18;Amos 7:16;Amos 9:13;Micah 2:6;Micah 2:6;Micah 2:6;Micah 2:11;Micah 2:11