שָׁתַק

shâthaq · /shaw-thak'/

Number

H8367

Language

Hebrew

Original word

שָׁתַק

Transliteration

shâthaq

Pronunciation

shaw-thak'

KJV occurrences

4 verses

Definition

to subside

KJV: be calm, cease, be quiet.

Root / derivation: a primitive root;

KJV usage breakdown

How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered שָׁתַק across 4 verses.

calm2×

ceaseth1×

quiet1×

Every occurrence (KJV)

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

Psalms1 verse

Psalms 107:30

Then are they glad because they be quiet; so he bringeth them unto their desired haven.

Proverbs1 verse

Proverbs 26:20

Where no wood is, there the fire goeth out: so where there is no talebearer, the strife ceaseth. Where no: Heb. Without wood talebearer: or, whisperer ceaseth: Heb. is silent

Jonah2 verses

Jonah 1:11

Then said they unto him, What shall we do unto thee, that the sea may be calm unto us? for the sea wrought, and was tempestuous. may: Heb. may be silent from us wrought: or, grew more and more tempestuous: Heb. went

Jonah 1:12

And he said unto them, Take me up, and cast me forth into the sea; so shall the sea be calm unto you: for I know that for my sake this great tempest is upon you.

Topics that use this word

Jonah Chastisement Commerce Mariner Slander Strife Talebearer

Frequently asked questions

What does Strong's H8367 (shâthaq) mean?

to subside

How many times does H8367 appear in the Bible?

Strong's H8367 (שָׁתַק) appears in 4 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “calm.”

How is shâthaq translated in the KJV?

In the KJV, Strong's H8367 is rendered as “calm” (2×), “ceaseth” (1×), “quiet” (1×).

Where does the Hebrew word שָׁתַק come from?

a primitive root;