זָנַב

za.navto cut off the tailHow to read Hebrew
hebrewOld TestamentVerb2 occurrences2 books2 verses

Definition

a primitive root meaning to wag; used only as a denominative from H2180; to curtail, i.e. cut off the rear
Traditional renderings: smite the hindmost.

Usage patterns

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Occurrences

2 total
  1. Deuteronomy 25:18וַיְזַנֵּ֤ב · and they attacked
    …how they met you on your journey when you were tired and weary, and they attacked all your stragglers; they had no fear of God.
  2. Joshua 10:19וְזִנַּבְתֶּ֖ם · and attack them from behind
    But you, do not stop there. Pursue your enemies and attack them from behind. Do not let them reach their cities, for the LORD your God has delivered them into your hand.”