Strong's Lexicon shephat: Judgment, decision, justice Original Word: שְׁפַט Word Origin: Derived from the root שָׁפַט (shaphat), meaning "to judge" or "to govern." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: - G2917 (κρίμα, krima): Refers to judgment, a decision, or a verdict. - G2920 (κρίσις, krisis): Denotes the act of judging or the process of judgment. Usage: The Hebrew word "shephat" 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 judges and leaders in Israel who were responsible for maintaining justice and order according to God's laws. Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient Israel, the concept of judgment was central to maintaining societal order and covenantal faithfulness. Judges were appointed to interpret and apply the Law of Moses, ensuring that justice was upheld in the community. The role of a judge was not only legal but also spiritual, as they were seen as representatives of God's justice on earth. The idea of divine judgment was also prevalent, with God being the ultimate judge who would hold nations and individuals accountable for their actions. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Origin(Aramaic) corresponding to shaphat Definition to judge NASB Translation magistrates (1). Strong's Exhaustive Concordance magistrate (Aramaic) corresponding to shaphat; to judge -- magistrate. see HEBREW shaphat Forms and Transliterations שָׁפְטִ֞ין שפטין šā·p̄ə·ṭîn šāp̄əṭîn shafeTinLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance Ezra 7:25 HEB: בִידָךְ֙ מֶ֣נִּי שָׁפְטִ֞ין וְדַיָּנִ֗ין דִּי־ NAS: appoint magistrates and judges KJV: set magistrates and judges, INT: your hand appoint magistrates and judges who 1 Occurrence |
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