Lexical Definition
שְׁמִינִית shᵉmîynîyth (shem-ee-neeth') Sheminith H:N-F
feminine of שְׁמִינִי
Sheminith.
- probably an eight-stringed lyre
1) Sheminith
1a) perhaps an eight-stringed musical instrument
1b) perhaps a musical notation, i.e. an octave
Usage: 2 forms in 3 verses
| Form | Translated As | In Verse(s) |
|---|---|---|
| הַשְּׁמִינִ֗ית | the sheminith | Ps.6.1 • Ps.12.1 |
| הַשְּׁמִינִ֖ית | the sheminith | 1Chr.15.21 |
Extended Information
- perhaps an eight-stringed musical instrument
- perhaps a musical notation, i.e. an octave