צֵידָה (tse.dah)
tse.dah
provision
H:N-FQuick Reference
- Language
- Biblical Hebrew
- Testament
- Old Testament
- Occurrences
- 9 verses
- Root
- —
- Part of speech
- H:N-F
Definition
Definition
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Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
What This Word Means for Your Faith
The Hebrew word tseudah refers to provisions, supplies, or food prepared for a journey. In the Old Testament, this term often appears in contexts where God’s people are moving from one season of life to another, such as leaving Egypt or entering the Promised Land. It reminds us that preparation is not just about logistics but also about trusting God to meet our needs along the way.
When you face transitions or uncertainties, this word encourages you to look for practical ways to prepare while relying on divine guidance. Whether it’s gathering resources for a new job or seeking wisdom for a difficult decision, tseudah highlights the balance between human effort and God’s provision. It invites us to step forward with confidence, knowing that He supplies what is needed for each stage of our journey.
In times of scarcity or change, remember that God has a history of providing for His people. From the manna in the wilderness to the food Joseph stored during famine, His care is consistent. Let this word inspire gratitude for past provisions and hope for future ones, anchoring your heart in His faithfulness.
How it's translated
How this word is rendered word-by-word in the 9 verses where it appears, by frequency.
- provision[s]6×
- food2×
- and/ food1×
Forms in the text
The inflected forms of this word as they appear in Scripture, by frequency.
- צֵדָ֖ה4×
- צֵידָה֙1×
- צֵידָ֬ה1×
- צֵידָ֑ה1×
- צֵדָה֩1×
- וְ/צֵידָ֖ה1×
Key Verses
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Genesis 42:25
Then Joseph gave a command to fill their bags with grain, and to restore each man’s money into his sack, and to give them food for the way. So it was done to them.
This verse shows Joseph providing food for his brothers during their journey to Egypt, illustrating how God uses human agents to supply provision in times of crisis.
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Exodus 12:39
They baked unleavened cakes of the dough which they brought out of Egypt; for it wasn’t leavened, because they were thrust out of Egypt, and couldn’t wait, and they had not prepared any food for themselves.
The Israelites baked unleavened bread as they left Egypt, highlighting the urgency and reliance on God’s immediate provision during their exodus.
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Joshua 1:11
“Pass through the middle of the camp, and command the people, saying, ‘Prepare food; for within three days you are to pass over this Jordan, to go in to possess the land which Yahweh your God gives you to possess.’”
Joshua commands the people to prepare food before crossing the Jordan, emphasizing readiness and trust in God’s promise of land and sustenance.
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Psalms 78:25
Man ate the bread of angels. He sent them food to the full.
This verse describes manna as the bread of angels, symbolizing God’s miraculous provision for His people in the wilderness.