Strong’s H5333

נְצִיב

Part of speech

Noun Masculine

Transliteration

ntsiyb

Pronunciation

neh-tseeb

Definition

Pillar, garrison, officer, prefect

Meaning

something stationary, a prefect, a military post, a statue

Usage

The Hebrew word "netsib" primarily refers to a "pillar" or "garrison," and by extension, it can denote an "officer" or "prefect." It is used in the context of something that is set up or established, often with a sense of authority or permanence. In the Bible, it can refer to physical structures like pillars or to positions of authority such as officers or governors.

Bible references

Genesis 19:26;1 Samuel 10:5;1 Samuel 13:3;1 Samuel 13:4;2 Samuel 8:6;2 Samuel 8:14;2 Samuel 8:14;1 Kings 4:19;1 Chronicles 11:16;1 Chronicles 18:13;2 Chronicles 8:10;2 Chronicles 17:2