לֶקֶט
The gleaning
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What does לֶקֶט (leqeṭ) mean in the Bible?
לֶקֶט (leqeṭ) is a Hebrew word meaning "the gleaning". the gleaning BDB: gleaning Usage: gleaning. The image communicates both severe reduction and preserved remainder. This term runs through the canonical themes of Creation.
Meaning
Grain left intentionally unharvested for the poor; embodies covenantal care for society's vulnerable
the gleaning BDB: gleaning Usage: gleaning.
Why This Word Matters
The image communicates both severe reduction and preserved remainder. Isaiah 17:4-8
Canonical Themes
Biblical Occurrences
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