Strong's Lexicon hathath: Terror, destruction Original Word: הָתַת Word Origin: Derived from an unused root meaning to break down or to terrify. Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Greek equivalent in the Septuagint or the New Testament, the concept of terror and destruction can be related to Greek words such as φόβος (phobos, Strong's G5401) meaning fear, and ἀπώλεια (apoleia, Strong's G684) meaning destruction or ruin. Usage: The Hebrew word "hathath" primarily conveys the idea of terror or destruction. It is used to describe a state of fear or the act of breaking down, often in the context of divine judgment or overwhelming circumstances. The term can imply both physical destruction and psychological terror, reflecting the comprehensive nature of God's judgment or the fear induced by His mighty acts. Cultural and Historical Background: In the ancient Near Eastern context, the concept of terror was often associated with the presence and power of deities. The Israelites understood "hathath" as a manifestation of God's righteous judgment against sin and rebellion. This term would have resonated with the ancient audience, who were familiar with the devastating effects of war, natural disasters, and divine retribution. The fear of the Lord was a central theme in Hebrew theology, emphasizing reverence and awe for God's holiness and justice. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originthe same as huth, q.v. Brown-Driver-Briggs [הוּת] verb shout at, si vera l. (Arabic  with  shout at, threaten, dialect. for  , compare De Psalm 62:4 who camp. Damascene  rush upon one with cries and raised fist, compare further Wetzst in De; so MV SS: Thes and others assign to [התת], attack; text dubious) — only Po. Imperfect תְּהוֺתֲתוּ עַלאִֿישׁ Psalm 62:4; but Hup Che read תְּהוֺלֲלוּ be frantic against, compare Psalm 102:9. התת √ of תְּהוֺתֲתוּ Psalm 62:4 according to Thes and others, but see הות. Strong's Exhaustive Concordance imagine mischief A primitive root; properly, to break in upon, i.e. To assail -- imagine mischief. Forms and Transliterations תְּהֽוֹתְת֣וּ תהותתו tə·hō·wṯ·ṯū tehotTu təhōwṯṯūLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance Psalm 62:3 HEB: עַד־ אָ֤נָה ׀ תְּהֽוֹתְת֣וּ עַל אִישׁ֮ KJV: How long will ye imagine mischief against a man? INT: long How mischief and A man 1 Occurrence |
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