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<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC "-//W3C//DTD XHTML 1.0 Transitional//EN" "http://www.w3.org/TR/xhtml1/DTD/xhtml1-transitional.dtd"><html xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><head><meta http-equiv="Content-Type" content="text/html; charset=utf-8" /><meta name="viewport" content="width=device-width; initial-scale=1.0;"/><title>Topical Bible: Tsadhe</title><link rel="canonical" href="https://biblehub.com/topical/t/tsadhe.htm" /><link rel="stylesheet" href="/newtopical.css" type="text/css" media="Screen" /><link rel="stylesheet" href="/print.css" type="text/css" media="Print" /><script type="application/javascript" src="https://scripts.webcontentassessor.com/scripts/8a2459b64f9cac8122fc7f2eac4409c8555fac9383016db59c4c26e3d5b8b157"></script><script src='https://qd.admetricspro.com/js/biblehub/biblehub-layout-loader-revcatch.js'></script><script id='HyDgbd_1s' src='https://prebidads.revcatch.com/ads.js' type='text/javascript' async></script><script>(function(w,d,b,s,i){var cts=d.createElement(s);cts.async=true;cts.id='catchscript'; cts.dataset.appid=i;cts.src='https://app.protectsubrev.com/catch_rp.js?cb='+Math.random(); document.head.appendChild(cts); }) (window,document,'head','script','rc-anksrH');</script></head><body><div id="fx"><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" id="fx2"><tr><td><iframe width="100%" height="30" scrolling="no" src="/topical/vmenus/psalms/119-137.htm" align="left" frameborder="0"></iframe></td></tr></table></div><div id="blnk"></div><div align="center"><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" class="maintable"><tr><td><div id="fx5"><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" id="fx6"><tr><td><iframe width="100%" height="245" scrolling="no" src="//biblehu.com/bmcde/t/tsadhe.htm" frameborder="0"></iframe></td></tr></table></div></td></tr></table></div><div align="center"><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" class="maintable3"><tr><td><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" align="center" id="announce"><tr><td><div id="l1"><div id="breadcrumbs"><a href="/">Bible</a> > <a href="/topical/">Topical</a> > Tsadhe</div><div id="anc"><iframe src="/anc.htm" width="100%" height="27" scrolling="no" frameborder="0"></iframe></div><div id="anc2"><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" align="center"><tr><td><iframe src="/anc2.htm" width="100%" height="27" scrolling="no" frameborder="0"></iframe></td></tr></table></div></div></td></tr></table><div id="movebox2"><table border="0" align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0"><tr><td><div id="topheading"><a href="/topical/t/tsaddi.htm" title="Tsaddi">◄</a> Tsadhe <a href="/topical/t/tsidkenu.htm" title="Tsidkenu">►</a></div></td></tr></table></div><div align="center" class="maintable2"><table border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" align="center"><tr><td><div id="topverse">Jump to: <a href="#isb" title="International Standard Bible Encyclopedia">ISBE</a> • <a href="#cnc" title="Multiversion Concordance">Concordance</a> • <a href="#thes" title="Bible Thesaurus">Thesaurus</a> • <a href="#sub" title="Subtopics">Subtopics</a> • <a href="#rel" title="Related Terms">Terms</a></div><div id="leftbox"><div class="padleft"><a name="te" id="te"></a><div class="vheading2">Topical Encyclopedia</div><b>Definition and Significance</b> <br>Tsadhe (also spelled Tzade, Tzaddi, or Ṣade) is the eighteenth letter of the Hebrew alphabet. In the Hebrew language, it represents the sound "ts" as in "cats." The letter Tsadhe holds a numerical value of 90 in the Hebrew alphanumeric system, which is often used in Jewish texts for numerology and symbolic interpretations.<br><br><b>Biblical Usage</b> <br>Tsadhe appears in the acrostic structure of several Psalms, most notably in <a href="/bsb/psalms/119.htm">Psalm 119</a>. This psalm is an extended meditation on the law of God, with each section corresponding to a letter of the Hebrew alphabet. Each verse in the Tsadhe section (verses 137-144) begins with this letter, emphasizing themes of righteousness and divine justice.<br><br><b><a href="/psalms/119-137.htm">Psalm 119:137-144</a> </b> <br>137 Righteous are You, O LORD, and upright are Your judgments. <br>138 The testimonies You have laid down are righteous and altogether faithful. <br>139 My zeal has consumed me because my foes forget Your words. <br>140 Your promise is completely pure; therefore Your servant loves it. <br>141 I am lowly and despised, but I do not forget Your precepts. <br>142 Your righteousness is an everlasting righteousness, and Your law is true. <br>143 Trouble and distress have found me, but Your commandments are my delight. <br>144 Your testimonies are righteous forever. Give me understanding that I may live.<br><br><b>Symbolism and Interpretation</b> <br>In Jewish tradition, Tsadhe is often associated with righteousness (צַדִּיק, tzaddik), reflecting the character of God as depicted in the Scriptures. The letter's form is sometimes seen as representing a humble and righteous person, bowing in submission to God's will. This symbolism aligns with the themes found in the Tsadhe section of <a href="/bsb/psalms/119.htm">Psalm 119</a>, where the psalmist expresses a deep commitment to God's righteous laws despite personal affliction and opposition.<br><br><b>Theological Insights</b> <br>From a theological perspective, the emphasis on righteousness in the Tsadhe section of <a href="/bsb/psalms/119.htm">Psalm 119</a> underscores the biblical principle that God's laws are inherently just and true. The psalmist's devotion to these laws, even in the face of adversity, serves as a model for believers who seek to live in accordance with divine standards. The repeated affirmation of God's righteousness and the purity of His word highlights the enduring nature of His commandments and their role in guiding the faithful.<br><br><b>Applications for Believers</b> <br>For Christians, the letter Tsadhe and its associated scriptural passages offer a reminder of the importance of aligning one's life with God's righteous standards. The psalmist's example encourages believers to remain steadfast in their faith, trusting in the purity and truth of God's word even when faced with challenges. The pursuit of righteousness, as symbolized by Tsadhe, is a central tenet of the Christian life, calling for a commitment to live in a manner that reflects the character of God.<a name="isb" id="isb"></a><div class="vheading2">International Standard Bible Encyclopedia</div><span class="encheading">TSADHE</span><p>tsa-tha' ("ts"): The eighteenth letter of the Hebrew alphabet, and as such employed in <a href="/nasb/psalms/119.htm">Psalm 119</a> to designate the 18th part, every verse of which begins with this letter. It is transliterated in this Encyclopedia as "ts". It came also to be used for the number 90. For name, etc., see ALPHABET; TSADHE.<p><a name="thes" id="thes"></a><div class="vheading2">Thesaurus</div><a href="/topical/t/tsadhe.htm"><span class="l"><b>Tsadhe</b> (1 Occurrence)</span></a><br><b>...</b> Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia <b>TSADHE</b>. <b>...</b> It came also to be used for the number 90.<br> For name, etc., see ALPHABET; <b>TSADHE</b>. Multi-Version Concordance <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/t/tsadhe.htm - 7k</font><p><a href="/topical/t/tsaddi.htm"><span class="l">Tsaddi (1 Occurrence)</span></a><br><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/t/tsaddi.htm - 6k</font><p><a href="/topical/t/tzade.htm"><span class="l">Tzade (1 Occurrence)</span></a><br><b>...</b> Multi-Version Concordance Tzade (1 Occurrence). Psalms 119:137 <b>TSADHE</b>. Righteous<br> art thou, O Jehovah, And upright are thy judgments. (See JPS BBE DBY YLT). <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/t/tzade.htm - 6k</font><p><a href="/topical/t/tsidkenu.htm"><span class="l">Tsidkenu</span></a><br><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/t/tsidkenu.htm - 6k</font><p><a href="/topical/a/acrostic.htm"><span class="l">Acrostic (2 Occurrences)</span></a><br><b>...</b> In 51:21, 22, 24, 25, 26, 27 the letters mem, nun, `ayin, pe, <b>tsadhe</b>, qoph and resh<br> can be traced at the beginnings of lines in that order Samekh is absent <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/a/acrostic.htm - 15k</font><p><a href="/topical/a/alphabet.htm"><span class="l">Alphabet (2 Occurrences)</span></a><br><b>...</b> palm of hand; (12) lamedh = ox-goad; (13) mem = water flowing; (14) nun = fish;<br> (15) camekh = ?; (16) `ayin = eye; (17) pe = mouth; (18) <b>tsadhe</b> = trap (others <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/a/alphabet.htm - 24k</font><p><a href="/topical/t/tzaddi.htm"><span class="l">Tzaddi</span></a><br>Tzaddi. Tyrus, Tzaddi. Tzade . Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia TZADDI.<br> tza-de'. See <b>TSADHE</b>. Tyrus, Tzaddi. Tzade . Reference Bible. <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/t/tzaddi.htm - 6k</font><p><a href="/topical/d/daniel.htm"><span class="l">Daniel (74 Occurrences)</span></a><br><b>...</b> As to the use of qoph and `ayin for the Aramaic sound which corresponds to the Hebrew<br><b>tsadhe</b> when equivalent to an Arabic dad, any hasty conclusion is debarred <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/d/daniel.htm - 79k</font><p><a href="/topical/t/text.htm"><span class="l">Text (5 Occurrences)</span></a><br><b>...</b> the Hebrew letters he (h), waw (w), zayin (z), cheth (ch) and taw (t) are lost,<br> and the tails of kaph (k), lamedh (l), mem (m), pe (p) and <b>tsadhe</b> (ts), which <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/t/text.htm - 73k</font><p><a href="/topical/m/monthly.htm"><span class="l">Monthly (11 Occurrences)</span></a><br><b>...</b> the Hebrew letters he (h), waw (w), zayin (z), cheth (ch) and taw (t) are lost,<br> and the tails of kaph (k), lamedh (l), mem (m), pe (p) and <b>tsadhe</b> (ts), which <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/m/monthly.htm - 93k</font><p><a name="res" id="res"></a><div class="vheading2">Resources</div><a href="/concordance/">Bible Concordance</a> • <a href="/dictionary/">Bible Dictionary</a> • <a href="/encyclopedia/">Bible Encyclopedia</a> • <a href="/topical/">Topical Bible</a> • <a href="/thesaurus/">Bible Thesuarus</a></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="cnc" id="cnc"></a><div class="vheading2">Concordance</div><span class="encheading">Tsadhe (1 Occurrence)</span><p><span class="rtext"><a href="/psalms/119-137.htm">Psalms 119:137</a></span><br /><span class="boldtext">TSADHE</span>. Righteous art thou, O Jehovah, And upright are thy judgments.<br /><span class="source">(ASV)</span><a name="sub" id="sub"></a><div class="vheading2">Subtopics</div><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/t/tsadhe.htm">Tsadhe</a></p><a name="rel" id="rel"></a><div class="vheading2">Related Terms</div><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/j/jehovah-tsidkenu.htm">Jehovah-tsidkenu</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/j/jehovahtsidkenu.htm">Jehovahtsidkenu</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/t/tubal.htm">Tubal (9 Occurrences)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/j/jehovah-what.htm">Jehovah-what (1 Occurrence)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/t/tsadhe.htm">Tsadhe (1 Occurrence)</a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/topical/t/tsaddi.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="Tsaddi"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="Tsaddi" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/topical/t/tsidkenu.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="Tsidkenu"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="Tsidkenu" /></a></div><div id="botleft"><a href="#" onmouseover='botleft.src="/botleftgif.png"' onmouseout='botleft.src="/botleft.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botleft.png" name="botleft" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div><div id="botright"><a href="#" onmouseover='botright.src="/botrightgif.png"' onmouseout='botright.src="/botright.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botright.png" name="botright" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div> <div id="mdd"><div align="center"><div class="bot2"><table align="center" width="100%"><tr><td><div align="center"><script id="3d27ed63fc4348d5b062c4527ae09445"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=51ce25d5-1a8c-424a-8695-4bd48c750f35&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script> <script id="b817b7107f1d4a7997da1b3c33457e03"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=cb0edd8b-b416-47eb-8c6d-3cc96561f7e8&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-2'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-0' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-3'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-1' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <div align="center" id='div-gpt-ad-1531425649696-0'> </div><br /><br /> <ins class="adsbygoogle" style="display:inline-block;width:200px;height:200px" data-ad-client="ca-pub-3753401421161123" data-ad-slot="3592799687"></ins> <script> (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); </script></div></td></tr></table></div></div></div> <br /><br /> <div align="center"> <div id="bot"><iframe width="100%" height="1500" scrolling="no" src="/botmenubhnew2.htm" frameborder="0"></iframe></div></td></tr></table></div></body></html>