Hebrew · H5387, G3507

נְשִׂיאִים

Properly, an exalted one, i.e. a king or sheik ; also a rising mist · cloud

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נָשִׂיאH5387properly, an exalted one, i.e. a king or sheik ; also a rising mist

Pronunciationnāšiyʾ

One exalted above others through office or position; leader bearing authority and responsibility

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νεφέληG3507cloud

Pronunciationnephélē

A single, visible cloud (distinct from νέφος, an amorphous mass); often symbolizes divine presence or judgment.

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What does נְשִׂיאִים (nesi'im) mean in the Bible?

נָשִׂיא · νεφέλη is a Hebrew phrase meaning "cloud masses or atmospheric formations that promise rain".

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What does נָשִׂיא · νεφέλη mean in the Bible?

נָשִׂיא · νεφέλη is a Hebrew phrase meaning "cloud masses or atmospheric formations that promise rain".

How many biblical occurrences are listed for H5387, G3507?

H5387, G3507 is connected to 134 lexical occurrence verses in the lexicon data.

Evidence Summary

Hebrew phrase. cloud masses or atmospheric formations that promise rain

Strong'sH5387, G3507

Lexical occurrences134 verses

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cloud masses or atmospheric formations that promise rain

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