Strong’s H7579

שָׁאַב

Part of speech

Verb

Transliteration

sha'ab

Pronunciation

shah-AB

Definition

To draw (water), to scoop

Meaning

to bale up water

Usage

The Hebrew verb "shaab" primarily means to draw or scoop water, often from a well or a body of water. It is used in contexts where water is being collected for drinking, washing, or other domestic purposes. The action of drawing water was a common and essential daily task in ancient times, especially in arid regions where water sources were not always readily accessible.

Bible references

Genesis 24:11;Genesis 24:13;Genesis 24:19;Genesis 24:20;Genesis 24:20;Genesis 24:43;Genesis 24:44;Genesis 24:45;Deuteronomy 29:11;Joshua 9:21;Joshua 9:23;Joshua 9:27;Ruth 2:9;1 Samuel 7:6;1 Samuel 9:11;2 Samuel 23:16;1 Chronicles 11:18;Isaiah 12:3;Nahum 3:14