Strong's H5429 · Hebrew
סְאָה
çᵉʼâh · /seh-aw'/
Definition
a seah, or certain measure (as determinative) forgrain
KJV: measure.
Root / derivation: from an unused root meaning to define;
KJV usage breakdown
How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered סְאָה across 6 verses.
Every occurrence (KJV)
6 verses use this word, grouped by book — the translated form is highlighted.
2 Kings3 verses
Then Elisha said, Hear ye the word of the LORD; Thus saith the LORD, To morrow about this time shall a measure of fine flour be sold for a shekel, and two measures of barley for a shekel, in the gate of Samaria.
2 Kings 7:16And the people went out, and spoiled the tents of the Syrians. So a measure of fine flour was sold for a shekel, and two measures of barley for a shekel, according to the word of the LORD.
2 Kings 7:18And it came to pass as the man of God had spoken to the king, saying, Two measures of barley for a shekel, and a measure of fine flour for a shekel, shall be to morrow about this time in the gate of Samaria:
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Frequently asked questions
What does Strong's H5429 (çᵉʼâh) mean?
a seah, or certain measure (as determinative) forgrain
How many times does H5429 appear in the Bible?
Strong's H5429 (סְאָה) appears in 6 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “measures.”
How is çᵉʼâh translated in the KJV?
In the KJV, Strong's H5429 is rendered as “measures” (6×), “measure” (3×).
Where does the Hebrew word סְאָה come from?
from an unused root meaning to define;