Strong’s H8201

שֶׁפֶט

Part of speech

Noun Masculine

Transliteration

shephet

Pronunciation

SHEH-fet

Definition

Judgment, justice, decision

Meaning

a sentence, infliction

Usage

The Hebrew word "shephet" primarily refers to the act of judgment or the administration of justice. It encompasses the idea of making decisions, rendering verdicts, and executing justice. In the biblical context, it often relates to God's divine judgment or the role of human judges in executing justice according to God's laws.

Bible references

Exodus 6:6;Exodus 7:4;Exodus 12:12;Numbers 33:4;2 Chronicles 24:24;Proverbs 19:29;Ezekiel 5:10;Ezekiel 5:15;Ezekiel 11:9;Ezekiel 14:21;Ezekiel 16:41;Ezekiel 25:11;Ezekiel 28:22;Ezekiel 28:26;Ezekiel 30:14;Ezekiel 30:19