Strong's Concordance/Hebrew/H3784

Strong's H3784 · Hebrew

כָּשַׁף

kâshaph · /kaw-shaf'/

Number
H3784
Language
Hebrew
Original word
כָּשַׁף
Transliteration
kâshaph
Pronunciation
kaw-shaf'
KJV occurrences
6 verses

Definition

properly, to whisper aspell, i.e. to inchant or practise magic

KJV: sorcerer, (use) witch(-craft).

Root / derivation: a primitive root;

KJV usage breakdown

How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered כָּשַׁף across 6 verses.

sorcerers3×
witch2×
witchcraft1×

Every occurrence (KJV)

6 verses use this word, grouped by book — the translated form is highlighted.

Exodus2 verses
Deuteronomy1 verse
2 Chronicles1 verse
Daniel1 verse
Malachi1 verse

Topics that use this word

Frequently asked questions

What does Strong's H3784 (kâshaph) mean?

properly, to whisper aspell, i.e. to inchant or practise magic

How many times does H3784 appear in the Bible?

Strong's H3784 (כָּשַׁף) appears in 6 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “sorcerers.”

How is kâshaph translated in the KJV?

In the KJV, Strong's H3784 is rendered as “sorcerers” (3×), “witch” (2×), “witchcraft” (1×).

Where does the Hebrew word כָּשַׁף come from?

a primitive root;