Lexicon dabeq: Clinging, cleaving, adhering Original Word: דָּבֵק Strong's Exhaustive Concordance cleave, joining, stick closer From dabaq; adhering -- cleave, joining, stick closer. see HEBREW dabaq NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom dabaq Definition a clinging, cleaving NASB Translation attached (1), held fast (1), who sticks (1). Brown-Driver-Briggs דָּבֵק adjective clinging, cleaving (to), ׳דּ absolute וְיֵשׁ אֹהֵב דָּבֵק מֵאָח Proverbs 18:24; דְּבֵקָה לְ2Chronicles 3:12 (of cherub's wing); of cleaving to ׳הַדְּבֵקִים בְּ י Deuteronomy 4:4. Topical Lexicon Word Origin: Derived from the root דָּבַק (dāḇaq), which means "to cling" or "to adhere."Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: The concept of adhering or clinging in the Hebrew Bible can be related to several Greek terms in the New Testament, such as κολλάω (kollaō • Strong's Greek 2853), which means "to glue" or "to join closely," and προσκολλάω (proskollaō • Strong's Greek 4347), meaning "to cleave to" or "to adhere." These Greek terms similarly convey the idea of close attachment or devotion, often used in the context of relationships or spiritual commitment. Usage: The word דָּבֵק is used in the Hebrew Bible to describe a state of being closely joined or attached, often in a physical or metaphorical sense. It can refer to physical adherence or a more abstract sense of loyalty or devotion. Context: The Hebrew term דָּבֵק (dāḇēq) appears in various contexts within the Old Testament, illustrating both physical and metaphorical adherence. In a physical sense, it can describe objects or substances that are stuck together or individuals who are in close proximity. Metaphorically, it often describes relationships or commitments, such as loyalty to God or adherence to His commandments. The concept of דָּבֵק is significant in understanding the nature of covenant relationships in the Hebrew Scriptures, where adherence to God's laws and commands is a central theme. For example, in Deuteronomy 11:22, the Israelites are instructed to "hold fast" to the LORD, emphasizing a deep, unwavering commitment. This term underscores the importance of steadfastness and loyalty in one's relationship with God and others. Forms and Transliterations דְּבֵקָ֕ה דָּבֵ֥ק דבק דבקה הַדְּבֵקִ֔ים הדבקים dā·ḇêq dāḇêq daVek də·ḇê·qāh dəḇêqāh deveKah had·də·ḇê·qîm haddəḇêqîm haddeveKimLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance Deuteronomy 4:4 HEB: וְאַתֶּם֙ הַדְּבֵקִ֔ים בַּיהוָ֖ה אֱלֹהֵיכֶ֑ם NAS: But you who held fast to the LORD KJV: But ye that did cleave unto the LORD INT: who held to the LORD your God 2 Chronicles 3:12 Proverbs 18:24 3 Occurrences |
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