Lexicon
יִפְעָה
yiph.ah
H3314
H:N-F Hebrew

splendor

2
Occurrences
1
Books
Hebrew
Language

yiph.ah denotes splendor as an esteemed quality that can be profaned or become grounds for pride.

The two occurrences portray splendor as a valued quality: it is associated with wisdom, yet is said to be profaned and to contribute to a proud heart.

Senses in use

  1. Esteemed splendor subject to loss or misuse · dominant

    Both occurrences use the feminine singular construct form in clauses concerning splendor connected with wisdom. In Ezekiel 28:7 the APB renders that foreigners will “profane your splendor,” while in Ezekiel 28:17 it renders pride arising “because of your beauty” and wisdom corrupted “on account of your splendor.”

In the Anselm Project Bible: The APB presents the term as “splendor” in both verses. Its surrounding clauses connect that splendor with wisdom, profanation, and pride.

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