Lexicon
tiphletseth: Horror, terror, trembling
Original Word:תִּפְלֶצֶת
Part of Speech:Noun Feminine
Transliteration:tiphletseth
Pronunciation:tif-leh'-tseth
Phonetic Spelling:(tif-leh'-tseth)
Definition:Horror, terror, trembling
Meaning:fearfulness
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
terrible
Frompalats; fearfulness -- terrible.
see HEBREWpalats
NAS Exhaustive Concordance
Word Originfrom
palatsDefinitiona shuddering, horror
NASB Translationterror (1).
Brown-Driver-Briggs
[] ; — suffix
Jeremiah 49:16horror at thee! (exclamation); not quite certain, see Gie.
see . above
Topical Lexicon
Word Origin:Derived from the root פָּלַץ (palats), which means to tremble or to be in dread.
Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries:• While there is no direct one-to-one correspondence in the Greek Septuagint for תִּפְלֶצֶת, similar concepts of fear and trembling can be found in Greek words such as φόβος (phobos,Strong's Greek 5401) meaning fear, and τρόμος (tromos,Strong's Greek 5156) meaning trembling or quaking. These terms are used in the New Testament to describe reactions to divine encounters or eschatological events.
Usage:The term תִּפְלֶצֶת is used in the context of describing a state of fear or terror, often associated with divine judgment or overwhelming circumstances.
Context:•Occurrences in Scripture: The word תִּפְלֶצֶת appears in the Hebrew Bible in passages that convey a sense of overwhelming fear or dread, often in the context of divine retribution or the presence of God. It is used to describe the emotional response of individuals or groups when confronted with situations that evoke a profound sense of terror.
•Example in Scripture: InIsaiah 21:4, the prophet describes a vision of impending doom, saying, "My heart falters; fearfulness (תִּפְלֶצֶת) terrifies me; the twilight I longed for has been turned into trembling." This passage illustrates the intense emotional turmoil and fear that can accompany prophetic visions of judgment.
•Theological Implications: The use of תִּפְלֶצֶת in the Hebrew Bible often underscores the power and majesty of God, whose presence and actions can evoke fear and trembling among people. It serves as a reminder of the awe-inspiring and sometimes terrifying nature of divine encounters and judgments.
•Cultural Context: In the ancient Near Eastern context, fear and trembling were common responses to theophanies or divine manifestations. The concept of fearfulness as described by תִּפְלֶצֶת reflects the broader cultural understanding of the divine as both protector and judge, capable of instilling fear in those who witness His power.
Forms and Transliterations
תִּֽפְלַצְתְּךָ֞ תפלצתך tiflatzteCha tip̄·laṣ·tə·ḵā tip̄laṣtəḵā
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