Strong's Lexicon
Shuw'al: Fox
Original Word:שׁוּעָל
Part of Speech:proper name, of a location; proper name, masculine
Transliteration:Shuw`al
Pronunciation:shoo-ahl'
Phonetic Spelling:(shoo-awl')
Definition:Fox
Meaning:Shual
Word Origin:Derived from an unused root meaning to hollow out or burrow
Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries:While there is no direct Greek equivalent in Strong's Concordance, the Greek word for fox, "ἀλώπηξ" (alōpēx), can be found in the New Testament, such as in Luke 13:32.
Usage:The Hebrew word "Shuw'al" refers to a fox, a small carnivorous mammal known for its cunning and stealth. In the Bible, foxes are often used metaphorically to describe sly or destructive behavior. They are depicted as animals that can cause ruin, particularly in vineyards, symbolizing subtle and insidious threats.
Cultural and Historical Background:In ancient Israel, foxes were common in the countryside and were known for their nocturnal habits and ability to adapt to various environments. They were often seen as nuisances, particularly to farmers, as they could damage crops and vineyards. The imagery of foxes in biblical texts often carries connotations of deceit and destruction, reflecting the animal's reputation in the cultural context of the time.
Brown-Driver-Briggs
II. ; —
1 Samuel 13:17 (); not identified. — See also above
III.
; —1 Chronicles 7:36, , A ,L .
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
Shual
The same asshuw'al; Shual, the name of an Israelite and of a place in Palestine -- Shual.
see HEBREWshuw'al
Forms and Transliterations
וְשׁוּעָ֖ל ושועל שׁוּעָֽל׃ שועל׃ shuAl veshuAl wə·šū·‘āl wəšū‘āl
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