נַחַת
A descent , i.e. imposition, unfavorable ( punishment ) or favorable ( food ); restfulness
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What does נַחַת (naḥat) mean in the Bible?
נַחַת (naḥat) is a Hebrew word meaning "a descent , i.e. imposition, unfavorable ( punishment ) or favorable ( food ); restfulness". a descent, i. True strength arises from calm trust rather than frantic effort. This term runs through the canonical themes of Faith.
Meaning
Physical descent yields dual theological meanings: divine judgment imposed downward, or divine rest granted downward.
a descent, i.e. imposition, unfavorable (punishment) or favorable (food); restfulness BDB: descent Usage: lighting down, quiet(-ness), to rest, be set on.
Why This Word Matters
True strength arises from calm trust rather than frantic effort. Isaiah 30:8-17
Grammatical Forms
How this word appears across different grammatical cases and numbers.
Canonical Themes
Biblical Occurrences
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