Lexicon dob: Bear Original Word: דֹּב Strong's Exhaustive Concordance bear (Aramaic) corresponding to dob -- bear. see HEBREW dob NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Origin(Aramaic) corresponding to dob Definition a bear NASB Translation bear (1). Topical Lexicon Word Origin: Derived from a root corresponding to the Hebrew דֹּב (H1677).Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: • G715 (ἄρκτος, arktos): The Greek equivalent for "bear," used in the New Testament and other Greek literature to denote the same animal, often with similar symbolic connotations of strength and ferocity. Usage: The term דֹּב is used in the Aramaic portions of the Old Testament to refer to a bear, a large carnivorous mammal known for its strength and ferocity. Context: The Aramaic word דֹּב (dôb) appears in the context of the Old Testament, specifically in the book of Daniel, which contains sections written in Aramaic. The bear is often symbolically used in biblical literature to represent strength, ferocity, and sometimes a threatening presence. In Daniel 7:5, the bear is part of a prophetic vision, symbolizing a kingdom characterized by its power and aggression. The imagery of the bear in this context is consistent with its natural attributes, as bears are known for their formidable strength and ability to dominate their environment. The use of the bear in Daniel's vision aligns with the broader biblical theme of using animals to symbolize nations or empires, conveying messages about their nature and destiny. Forms and Transliterations לְדֹ֗ב לדב lə·ḏōḇ leDo ləḏōḇLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance Daniel 7:5 HEB: תִנְיָנָ֜ה דָּמְיָ֣ה לְדֹ֗ב וְלִשְׂטַר־ חַד֙ NAS: one, resembling a bear. And it was raised KJV: like to a bear, and it raised up INT: A second resembling A bear side one |
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