Strong’s H8359
שְׁתִי
Part of speech
Noun Masculine
Transliteration
shthiy
Pronunciation
sheh-TEE
Definition
Warp
Meaning
a fixture, the warp in weaving
Usage
The term "shethi" refers to the "warp" in weaving, which is the set of lengthwise threads held in tension on a loom. In the context of the Bible, it is used to describe the foundational threads that are interwoven with the "woof" or "weft" (the crosswise threads) to create fabric. This term is often used in descriptions of the construction of the tabernacle and priestly garments, emphasizing the intricate and skillful craftsmanship involved.
Bible references
Leviticus 13:48;Leviticus 13:49;Leviticus 13:51;Leviticus 13:52;Leviticus 13:53;Leviticus 13:56;Leviticus 13:57;Leviticus 13:58;Leviticus 13:59