H16

אבה 

Transliteration

'ebeh;

Pronunciation

ay-beh'

Parts of Speech

n m

Root Word (Etymology)

from 14 (in the sense of bending toward)

Dictionary Aids

TWOT Reference: 3c

KJV Translation Count — 1x

The KJV translates Strongs H1 in the following manner: swift (1)

Outline of Biblical Usage

1. reed, papyrus
Probably ships made of reeds or papyrus were the clipper sailing ships of those days because of their speed.

Strong's Definitions

'ebeh, ay-beh'; from 14 (in the sense of bending toward); the papyrus: — swift.

Concordance Results Using KJV

They are passed away as the H16 ships: as the eagle that hasteth to the prey.

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