Strong’s H5399

נֶשֶׁף

Part of speech

Noun Masculine

Transliteration

nesheph

Pronunciation

NEH-shehf

Definition

Twilight, dusk, dawn

Meaning

a breeze, dusk

Usage

The Hebrew word "nesheph" primarily refers to the transitional periods of the day, specifically twilight or dusk, and sometimes dawn. It captures the time when the light is dim, either as the day is ending or beginning. In the biblical context, "nesheph" often symbolizes uncertainty, transition, or the approach of significant events.

Bible references

1 Samuel 30:17;2 Kings 7:5;2 Kings 7:7;Job 3:9;Job 7:4;Job 24:15;Psalm 119:147;Proverbs 7:9;Isaiah 5:11;Isaiah 21:4;Isaiah 59:10;Jeremiah 13:16