Quiver
Quiver
is the rendering in the A. V. of two very different Hebrew words. The English word quiver is a variation of cover (from the French couvrir), and therefore answers to the second of the two Hebrew words. SEE ARMOR
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1. , tell. This occurs only in Gen 27:3 take thy weapons (literally thy things), thy quiver and thy bow. It is derived (by Gesenius, Thesaur. p. 1504, and Furst, Handworterb. ii, 528) from a root which has the force of hanging. The passage itself affords no clue to its meaning. It may therefore signify either a quiver or a suspended weapon-for instance, such a sword as in our own language. was formerly called a hanger. Between these two significations the interpreters are divided. The Sept., Vulg., and Targum Pseudo-Jon. adhere to the former; Onkelos, the Peshito and Arabic versions, to the latter.
2. , acshpah. The root of this word is uncertain (Gesenius, Thesaur. p. 161). From two of its occurrences, its force would seem to be that of containing or concealing (Psa 127:5; Isa 49:2). It is connected with arrows only in Lam 3:13. Its other occurrences are Job 39:23; Isa 22:6; and Jer 5:16. In each of these the Sept. translates it by quiver (), with two exceptions, Job 39:23, and Psa 127:5, in the former of which they render it by bow, in the latter by .
The quiver is a case or box for arrows, which was slung over the shoulder in such a position that a soldier could with ease draw out the arrows when he wanted them (Isa 49:2; Jer 5:16). There is nothing in the Bible to indicate either its form or material, or in what way it was carried. The quivers of the Assyrians warriors, on the other hand, wore them slung nearly horizonltal. drawing out the arrows from beneath the arm (Wilkinson, Anc. Egypt. abridgm. i. 354). The quiver was about four inches in diameter, supported by a belt passing over the shoulder and across the breast to the opposite side. When not in actual use, it was shifted behind, or hung at the side of the chariot, like that of the Assyrians. SEE CHARIOT. Among the ancient Greeks, the quiver was principally made of hide or leather, and was adorned with gold, painting, and braiding. It had a lid (), and was suspended from the right shoulder by a belt passing over the breast and behind the back. Its most common position was on the left hip, and is so seen in the annexed figures, the right-hand one representing an Amazon, and the left-hand an Asiatic archer.
Quiver is also used figuratively for house, and arrows for children (Psa 127:5). SEE ARCHER.
Fuente: Cyclopedia of Biblical, Theological and Ecclesiastical Literature
Quiver
the sheath for arrows. The Hebrew word (aspah) thus commonly rendered is found in Job 39:23; Ps. 127:5; Isa. 22:6; 49:2; Jer. 5:16; Lam. 3:13. In Gen. 27:3 this word is the rendering of the Hebrew _teli_, which is supposed rather to mean a suspended weapon, literally “that which hangs from one”, i.e., is suspended from the shoulder or girdle.
Fuente: Easton’s Bible Dictionary
Quiver
(1) Teli, from a root “to hang,” either the quiver for holding arrows or a sword hung by the side.
(2) Ashpah; “covering the arrows”, as our quiver is from cover. Slung at the back when not being used, by a belt; when in use brought in front.
Fuente: Fausset’s Bible Dictionary
Quiver
QUIVER.See Armour, 1 (d).
Fuente: Hastings’ Dictionary of the Bible
Quiver
We meet with this word in reference to the Lord and to his people. The Lord Jesus, speaking of JEHOVAH’S eternal purpose and covenant respecting himself, saith: “The Lord hath called me from the womb; from the bowels of my mother hath he made mention of my name. And he hath made my mouth like a sharp sword; in the shadow of his hand hath he hid me; and made me a polished shaft; in his quiver hath he hid me.” (Isa 49:1-2) No doubt, from the womb of eternity, in the council of peace, and before all worlds, was Jesus in his mediatorial character set up, as well as his name declared to be Jesus by the angel before he was conceived in the womb of the Virgin Mary. The quiver, or, God is a fine expression, both to express the power and secrecy in which the person and purposes of God in Christ were concealed. So that the whole plan and determined end of redemption, were in JEHOVAH’S quiver concerning Christ not only; before his incarnation, or even as the promised seed; “but while as yet he had not made the earth, nor the fields, nor the highest part of the dust of the world.” (Pro 8:26) What a blessed consideration to the souls of the redeemed!
The Holy Ghost is pleased to make use of the term quiver in reference to the Lord’s people. The arrows of a mighty man are said to be striking figures of children and a blessedness is declared to be the portion of that man that hath his quiver full of them. (Psa 127:4-5) Children of grace are indeed blessed portions in a gracious man’s quiver. Such in the great day of the Lord will be subjects of real joy; and the Lord, who hath given them, will give holy boldness with them, that there will be no shame when standing before their enemies in the gate.
Fuente: The Poor Mans Concordance and Dictionary to the Sacred Scriptures
Quiver
kwiver (, ‘ashpah, , tel; , pharetra (Sirach 26:12)): A case or sheath for carrying arrows, a part of the ordinary equipment of the warrior, both foot-soldier and charioteer (Job 39:23; Isa 22:6), and also of the huntsman (Gen 27:3). Figuratively of a group in passages where children (Psa 127:5) or prophets of Yahweh (Isa 49:2) are spoken of as arrows. Arrows are called bene ‘ashpah, sons of the quiver (Lam 3:13). By identifying the arrows with the death they produce, the quiver is likened to an open grave (Jer 5:16).
Fuente: International Standard Bible Encyclopedia
Quiver
[ARMOR, ARMS]
Fuente: Popular Cyclopedia Biblical Literature
Quiver
The receptacle for arrows. Gen 27:3; Lam 3:13. It is used symbolically as a place of safety, strength, etc. Job 39:23; Psa 127:5; Isa 49:2; Jer 5:16.
Fuente: Concise Bible Dictionary
Quiver
For arrows
Gen 27:3; Isa 22:6
Fuente: Nave’s Topical Bible
Quiver
Quiver. Gen 27:3. A case for arrows. See Armor.
Fuente: People’s Dictionary of the Bible
Quiver
Quiver. A box made for the purpose of holding arrows. Gen 27:3. There is nothing in the Bible to indicate either its form or material, or in what way it was carried. See Arms.
Fuente: Smith’s Bible Dictionary
Quiver
Psa 127:5 (b) This refers to the fact that the man who has many children, and of course, godly children, is equipped to do great and blessed things for his community and his country. Out of his home, life and atmosphere there will go forth those who will produce blessed results in His name.
Isa 49:2 (b) This is GOD’s quiver. The subject is the Lord JESUS. GOD the Father is the owner. CHRIST is in the hands of GOD, His Father, that, with Him, GOD may bring judgment or blessing to those at whom He may direct this arrow. CHRIST is the arrow.
Jer 5:16 (a) This quiver is compared to a grave because the terrible invading nation mentioned in verse Jer 5:15 was to be so very destructive.