Definition
from H6960; a (measuring) cord (as if for binding)
Traditional renderings: line.
Traditional renderings: line.
In the Greek Old Testament
How the ancient Greek translation of the Old Testament renders קָוֶה:
- τιμήtimē“honor”always
Usage patterns
Occurrences
3 total
- 1 Kings 7:23וּקְוֵה · in circumferenceHe also made the Sea of cast metal. It was circular in shape, measuring ten cubits from rim to rim, five cubits in height, and thirty cubits in circumference.
- Jeremiah 31:39קְוֵה · lineThe measuring line will once again stretch out straight to the hill of Gareb and then turn toward Goah.
- Zechariah 1:16וְקָוָה · and a measuring lineTherefore this is what the LORD says: ‘I will return to Jerusalem with mercy, and there My house will be rebuilt, declares the LORD of Hosts, and a measuring line will be stretched out over Jerusalem.’