Strong’s H8259

שָׁקַף

Part of speech

Verb

Transliteration

shaqaph

Pronunciation

shah-KAHF

Definition

To look out, to look down, to overlook

Meaning

to lean out, peep, gaze

Usage

The Hebrew verb "shaqaph" primarily means to look out or down from a higher place. It conveys the action of observing from a vantage point, often implying a sense of oversight or watchfulness. This term is used in various contexts, including divine observation, human vigilance, and even metaphorical oversight.

Bible references

Genesis 18:16;Genesis 19:28;Genesis 26:8;Exodus 14:24;Numbers 21:20;Numbers 23:28;Deuteronomy 26:15;Judges 5:28;1 Samuel 13:18;2 Samuel 6:16;2 Samuel 24:20;2 Kings 9:30;2 Kings 9:32;1 Chronicles 15:29;Psalm 14:2;Psalm 53:2;Psalm 85:11;Psalm 102:19;Proverbs 7:6;Songs 6:10;Jeremiah 6:1;Lamentations 3:50