Strong’s H5589

סְעַפָּה

Part of speech

Noun Feminine

Transliteration

c`appah

Pronunciation

tsap-paw'

Definition

To overlay, to cover, to plate

Meaning

a twig

Usage

The Hebrew verb צַפָּה (c'appah) primarily means "to overlay" or "to cover." It is often used in the context of covering or plating objects with a thin layer of metal, such as gold or silver. This term is frequently associated with the construction and furnishing of the Tabernacle and Temple, where various items were overlaid with precious metals to signify their sacred purpose and to reflect the glory and holiness of God.

Bible references

Ezekiel 31:6;Ezekiel 31:8