Strong's H5197 (Hebrew)[edit | edit source]

Lemma: נָטַף (nâṭaph)

Pronunciation: naw-taf'

POS: naw-taf' Morph: v

Exegesis: a primitive root;

Definition: a primitive root; to ooze, i.e. distil gradually; by implication, to fall in drops; figuratively, to speak by inspiration; drop(-ping), prophesy(-et).

KJV Usage: drop(-ping), prophesy(-et).

Senses[edit | edit source]

• 1. 1) to drop, drip, distil, prophesy, preach, discourse
• 2. 1a) (Qal) to drop, drip
• 3. 1b) (Hiphil)
• 4. 1b1) to drip
• 5. 1b2) to drop (prophecy)

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