Strong’s H7625

שְׁבַט

Part of speech

Noun Masculine

Transliteration

shebat

Pronunciation

shay-VAHT

Definition

Rod, staff, tribe

Meaning

a clan

Usage

The Hebrew word "shebat" primarily refers to a rod or staff, often symbolizing authority, discipline, or guidance. It is also used metaphorically to denote a tribe, as tribes were often led by a chief or leader who wielded a staff as a symbol of authority.

Bible references

Ezra 6:17