Strong’s H6821

צָפַד

Part of speech

Verb

Transliteration

tsaphad

Pronunciation

tsaw-fad'

Definition

To clap, to strike, to join

Meaning

to adhere

Usage

The Hebrew verb "tsaphad" primarily means to clap or strike, often in the context of joining or fastening together. It can imply a physical action of clapping hands or a metaphorical joining of forces or ideas. The usage of this word in the Hebrew Bible is relatively rare, and it often carries a connotation of unity or agreement, whether in celebration, lamentation, or other communal activities.

Bible references

Lamentations 4:8