Lexicon hanachah: Rest, relief, quietness Original Word: הֲנָחָה Strong's Exhaustive Concordance release From nuwach; permission of rest, i.e. Quiet -- release. see HEBREW nuwach NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom nuach Definition a giving of rest NASB Translation holiday (1). Brown-Driver-Briggs הֲנָחָה noun feminine a giving of rest, i.e. perhaps holiday-making (compare נוח Hiph`il A; properly Infinitive, Sta§ 621 c BaNB 90, compare Köii. 1, 402); — לַמְּדִינוֺת עָשָׂה ׳וַה Esther 2:18 and a holiday-making for the provinces be enacted, ᵑ9 requies; but ᵐ5 ἄφεσις, whence al. release from taxes, or amnesty. Topical Lexicon Word Origin: Derived from the root verb נוּחַ (nuach), which means "to rest" or "to settle."Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: The Greek equivalent that corresponds to the concept of rest and forgiveness is Strong's Greek Number G859, ἄφεσις (aphesis), which means "release" or "forgiveness." This term is used in the New Testament to describe the release from sins and the granting of spiritual rest through Christ's redemptive work. For example, in Luke 4:18, Jesus declares His mission to proclaim "release to the captives," highlighting the spiritual rest and freedom He offers. Usage: The word הֲנָחָה is used in contexts where there is an emphasis on granting rest or a reprieve, often in a spiritual or physical sense. It is not frequently used in the Hebrew Bible, but when it appears, it underscores the importance of rest and peace. Context: The Hebrew term הֲנָחָה (hanachah) is rooted in the concept of rest and tranquility, which is a recurring theme in the Hebrew Scriptures. This word is closely related to the Sabbath principle, where rest is not merely a cessation of work but a divine permission to enter into a state of peace and renewal. The idea of rest is central to the covenant relationship between God and His people, as seen in the creation narrative where God Himself rested on the seventh day (Genesis 2:2-3). The granting of rest is also a promise to the Israelites as they enter the Promised Land, a land where they would find rest from their enemies (Deuteronomy 12:10). In a broader theological context, הֲנָחָה reflects the ultimate rest that believers anticipate in the eschatological fulfillment of God's promises. This rest is not only physical but also spiritual, offering a foretaste of the eternal peace found in God's presence. Forms and Transliterations וַהֲנָחָ֤ה והנחה vahanaChah wa·hă·nā·ḥāh wahănāḥāhLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance Esther 2:18 HEB: מִשְׁתֵּ֣ה אֶסְתֵּ֑ר וַהֲנָחָ֤ה לַמְּדִינוֹת֙ עָשָׂ֔ה NAS: he also made a holiday for the provinces KJV: and he made a release to the provinces, INT: banquet Esther's A holiday the provinces made 1 Occurrence |
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