Strong’s H5613

סָפֵר

Part of speech

Noun Masculine

Transliteration

capher

Pronunciation

sah-fer

Definition

To count, recount, relate, declare, number

Meaning

a scribe

Usage

The Hebrew verb "capher" primarily means to count or number. It is used in various contexts to denote the act of counting, recounting, or declaring something. This verb can also imply the act of relating or narrating a account or event. In the biblical context, it often refers to the enumeration of people, recounting of events, or declaring God's works and decrees.

Bible references

Ezra 4:8;Ezra 4:9;Ezra 4:17;Ezra 4:23;Ezra 7:12;Ezra 7:21