Strong’s H6808

צָעָה

Part of speech

Verb

Transliteration

tsa`ah

Pronunciation

tsaw-aw'

Definition

Filth, excrement, dung

Meaning

to tip over, depopulate, to imprison, conquer, to lie down

Usage

The Hebrew word "tsaah" is used in the Old Testament to denote physical filth or excrement. It is often used metaphorically to describe moral or spiritual impurity, symbolizing the defilement that separates humanity from God. The term underscores the need for purification and cleansing, both physically and spiritually.

Bible references

Isaiah 51:14;Isaiah 63:1;Jeremiah 2:20;Jeremiah 48:12;Jeremiah 48:12