Strong’s H8354

שָׁתָה

Part of speech

Verb

Transliteration

shathah

Pronunciation

shah-THAH

Definition

To drink

Meaning

to imbibe

Usage

The Hebrew verb "shathah" primarily means "to drink." It is used in various contexts throughout the Old Testament, referring to the act of consuming liquids. This can include the literal drinking of water, wine, or other beverages, as well as metaphorical uses, such as drinking in the wrath of God or the cup of suffering.

Bible references

Genesis 9:21;Genesis 24:14;Genesis 24:14;Genesis 24:18;Genesis 24:19;Genesis 24:22;Genesis 24:44;Genesis 24:46;Genesis 24:46;Genesis 24:54;Genesis 25:34;Genesis 26:30;Genesis 27:25;Genesis 30:38;Genesis 30:38;Genesis 43:34;Genesis 44:5;Exodus 7:18;Exodus 7:21;Exodus 7:24;Exodus 7:24;Exodus 15:23;Exodus 15:24;Exodus 17:1;Exodus 17:2