Abstract
The article examines the meaning of the Hebrew terms shiphah and 'amah, which each describes a female servant. After a brief overview of earlier studies, the article analyzes in a synchronic perspective six key texts. It proposes an interpretation for the alternative uses of the terms.
| Translated title of the contribution | The Titles Shiphah and 'Amah: Research in Biblical Lexicography |
|---|---|
| Original language | French |
| Pages (from-to) | 242-250 |
| Number of pages | 9 |
| Journal | Zeitschrift fur die Alttestamentliche Wissenschaft |
| Volume | 116 |
| Issue number | 2 |
| DOIs | |
| State | Published - 2004 |
| Externally published | Yes |
Keywords
- Biblical Hebrew
- Lexicography
- Hebrew Bible
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- History
- Religious studies