Strong’s H8248

שָׁקָה

Part of speech

Verb

Transliteration

shaqah

Pronunciation

shah-KAH

Definition

To give drink, to water, to irrigate

Meaning

to quaff, to irrigate, furnish a, potion to

Usage

The Hebrew verb "shaqah" primarily means to provide drink or to water. It is used in various contexts, including the watering of plants, animals, and people. The term conveys the act of supplying necessary sustenance, often implying care and provision.

Bible references

Genesis 2:6;Genesis 2:10;Genesis 19:32;Genesis 19:33;Genesis 19:34;Genesis 19:35;Genesis 21:19;Genesis 24:14;Genesis 24:18;Genesis 24:19;Genesis 24:43;Genesis 24:45;Genesis 24:46;Genesis 24:46;Genesis 29:2;Genesis 29:3;Genesis 29:7;Genesis 29:8;Genesis 29:10;Exodus 2:16;Exodus 2:17;Exodus 2:19;Exodus 32:20;Numbers 5:24;Numbers 5:26