### Core Meaning & Semantic Range
The Hebrew word **shiggâyôwn**, represented by `{{H7692}}`, is a technical term for a **dithyramb or rambling poem**. It appears **2 times** across **2 unique verses** in the Bible. The base definition suggests an aberration, which is expressed technically in a poetic form. The word appears as **Shiggaion** in its singular form and **Shigionoth** in its plural.
### Biblical Occurrences & Contextual Analysis
The term `{{H7692}}` appears as a musical or literary direction in the titles of two biblical passages. In Psalms, it is introduced as a **"Shiggaion** of David," which he **sang** unto the LORD in a time of distress, asking to be saved and delivered [[Psalms 7:1]]. In Habakkuk, the plural form **"Shigionoth"** is used in the title of a **prayer** from the prophet [[Habakkuk 3:1]]. In both instances, it designates a specific kind of passionate, perhaps wandering or ecstatic, composition directed to God.
### Related Words & Concepts
The context of `{{H7692}}` connects it to other key terms of worship and deliverance:
* `{{H7891}}` **shîyr** (to sing): A primitive root meaning **to sing**. The Shiggaion of David is explicitly identified as a piece that he **sang** unto the LORD, connecting `{{H7692}}` directly to musical expression [[Psalms 7:1]].
* `{{H8605}}` **tᵉphillâh** (prayer): This word for **prayer** or supplication directly describes the form of Habakkuk's Shigionoth, identifying it as "A **prayer** of Habakkuk" [[Habakkuk 3:1]].
* `{{H3467}}` **yâshaʻ** (to be safe, save): Meaning **to free or succor**, this root word for salvation is a central theme in David's Shiggaion, where he cries out to the LORD to **save** him from his persecutors [[Psalms 7:1]].
### Theological Significance
The theological weight of `{{H7692}}` lies in the type of worship it represents. It points to a form of communication with God that is deeply personal and emotionally charged.
* **Passionate Expression:** The definition "rambling poem" suggests a form of worship that is not strictly structured, allowing for raw emotional or spiritual expression directed to God.
* **Cry for Deliverance:** Its use in [[Psalms 7:1]] connects this poetic form directly to cries for divine intervention. The Shiggaion is a vessel for pleas to **save** `{{H3467}}` and **deliver** `{{H5337}}` in the face of persecution.
* **Prophetic Prayer:** Its association with "A **prayer** `{{H8605}}` of Habakkuk the prophet" [[Habakkuk 3:1]] shows it is also a form suitable for profound prophetic utterances and supplication.
### Summary
In summary, `{{H7692}}` **shiggâyôwn** identifies a specific, rare genre of biblical literature. Though appearing only twice, it designates a highly emotional and passionate composition, described as a "rambling poem" or song. It serves as a vehicle for raw expressions of faith, whether as a cry for deliverance from persecution [[Psalms 7:1]] or as a profound prophetic **prayer** [[Habakkuk 3:1]], demonstrating a form of worship characterized by fervent and personal appeal to God.
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