Strong’s H5848

עָטַף

Part of speech

Verb

Transliteration

`ataph

Pronunciation

ah-TAHF

Definition

To cover, to envelop, to faint, to be feeble

Meaning

to shroud, clothe, to languish

Usage

The Hebrew verb "ataph" primarily conveys the idea of being covered or enveloped, often in a metaphorical sense. It can describe physical faintness or weakness, as well as emotional or spiritual overwhelm. The term is used to express a state of being overwhelmed by circumstances, whether due to physical exhaustion, emotional distress, or spiritual burden.

Bible references

Genesis 30:42;Genesis 30:42;Job 23:9;Psalm 61:2;Psalm 65:13;Psalm 73:6;Psalm 77:3;Psalm 102:1;Psalm 107:5;Psalm 142:3;Psalm 143:4;Isaiah 57:16;Lamentations 2:11;Lamentations 2:12;Lamentations 2:19;Jonah 2:7