Strong’s H5488

סוּף

Part of speech

Noun Masculine

Transliteration

cuwph

Pronunciation

soof

Definition

Reed, rush, end

Meaning

a reed, the papyrus

Usage

The Hebrew word "suph" primarily refers to a type of plant, specifically a reed or rush, commonly found in marshy or aquatic environments. It is often associated with the "Sea of Reeds" or "Red Sea" (Yam Suph), which is a significant geographical and theological term in the Old Testament. The word can also imply an end or conclusion, reflecting its root meaning.

Bible references

Exodus 2:3;Exodus 2:5;Exodus 10:19;Exodus 13:18;Exodus 15:4;Exodus 15:22;Exodus 23:31;Numbers 14:25;Numbers 21:4;Numbers 33:10;Numbers 33:11;Deuteronomy 1:40;Deuteronomy 2:1;Deuteronomy 11:4;Joshua 2:10;Joshua 4:23;Joshua 24:6;Judges 11:16;1 Kings 9:26;Nehemiah 9:9;Psalm 106:7;Psalm 106:9;Psalm 106:22;Psalm 136:13;Psalm 136:15