Strong’s H7655

שִׁבְעָה

Part of speech

Noun Feminine

Transliteration

shib`ah

Pronunciation

shee-BAH or SHEH-bah

Definition

Seven

Meaning

seven, seven times, a week, an indefinite number

Usage

The Hebrew word "shibah" or "sheba" is primarily used to denote the number seven. In the Bible, the number seven often symbolizes completeness, perfection, and divine order. It is frequently used in contexts that emphasize God's covenant, creation, and sacred rituals.

Bible references

Ezra 7:14;Daniel 3:19;Daniel 4:16;Daniel 4:23;Daniel 4:25;Daniel 4:32