Strong’s H7617

שָׁבָה

Part of speech

Verb

Transliteration

shabah

Pronunciation

shaw-BAH

Definition

To take captive, to capture

Meaning

to transport into captivity

Usage

The Hebrew verb "shabah" primarily means to take captive or to capture. It is used in the context of warfare and conflict, where individuals or groups are taken as prisoners. The term can also imply leading away or carrying off captives, often as a result of military conquest.

Bible references

Genesis 14:14;Genesis 31:26;Genesis 34:29;Exodus 22:10;Numbers 21:1;Numbers 24:22;Numbers 31:9;Deuteronomy 21:10;Deuteronomy 21:10;Judges 5:12;1 Samuel 30:2;1 Samuel 30:3;1 Samuel 30:5;1 Kings 8:46;1 Kings 8:46;1 Kings 8:47;1 Kings 8:47;1 Kings 8:48;1 Kings 8:50;2 Kings 5:2;2 Kings 6:22;1 Chronicles 5:21;2 Chronicles 6:36;2 Chronicles 6:36;2 Chronicles 6:37