Strong's Lexicon sheth: Seth Original Word: שֵׁת Word Origin: Derived from the root שִׁית (shith), meaning "to place" or "to appoint." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: - G4589 (Σήθ, Seth) in the Greek New Testament, referring to the same biblical figure. Usage: The name "Seth" is used in the Bible to refer to the third son of Adam and Eve. Seth is considered a significant figure as he is seen as the appointed one, given by God to continue the godly lineage after the death of Abel. His name implies a sense of foundation or establishment, reflecting his role in the continuation of humanity's righteous line. Cultural and Historical Background: In the biblical narrative, Seth is born after the murder of Abel by Cain, and his birth is seen as a divine provision for the continuation of the human race in a manner that aligns with God's purposes. Seth's descendants are often contrasted with those of Cain, representing a lineage that seeks to follow God. The genealogies in Genesis highlight Seth's importance, as he is an ancestor of Noah and, ultimately, of Jesus Christ, according to the genealogies presented in the Gospels. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom an unused word Definition seat (of the body), buttocks NASB Translation buttocks (1), hips (1). Strong's Exhaustive Concordance Sheth Numbers from sha'ah; tumult -- Sheth. see HEBREW sha'ah Forms and Transliterations שֵֽׁת׃ שת׃ šêṯ ShetLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel Texts |
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