Lexicon zeer: insignificance, smallness Original Word: זְעֵיר Strong's Exhaustive Concordance little From an unused root (akin (by permutation) to tsa'ar), meaning to dwindle; small -- little. see HEBREW tsa'ar NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom an unused word Definition a little NASB Translation little (5). Brown-Driver-Briggs זְעֵיר noun [masculine] a little (diminutive form Ol§ 180 LagBN 85) — 1 of quantity, amount (of instruction) שָׁם ׳שָׁם ז ׳ז Isaiah 28:10,13 (in both "" צַו, קַו). 2 of time, וַאֲחַוֶּ֑ךָּ ׳כַּתַּרלִֿי ז Job 36:2. זער (ᵑ7 Syriac, be small; Biblical Hebrew זְעֵיר √ זְער; Egyptian Aramaic זער Cooke213, Nabataean זעירא, Palmyrene זערא Lzb268 SAC49). Topical Lexicon Word Origin: Derived from a root word meaning "to be small" or "to be little."Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: The Greek equivalent of the Hebrew "ze'ir" is found in Strong's Greek Number G3398, μικρός (mikros), which also means "small" or "little." This Greek term is used in the New Testament to convey similar ideas of size, quantity, or significance, as seen in passages like Matthew 13:32, where the mustard seed is described as the "smallest" of all seeds, yet it grows into a large plant. The parallel between "ze'ir" and "mikros" underscores a consistent biblical theme that God often works through what is small or seemingly insignificant to accomplish His divine will. Usage: The word "ze'ir" is used in the Hebrew Bible to describe something that is small in size or quantity. It is often used in a literal sense but can also have metaphorical implications, such as insignificance or humility. Context: The Hebrew word זְעֵיר (ze'ir) appears in the Old Testament to denote smallness or littleness. It is used in various contexts, often to describe physical size or quantity. For example, in Daniel 7:8, the term is used to describe a "little horn" that emerges among other horns, symbolizing a smaller or less significant power that rises to prominence. The use of "ze'ir" in this context highlights the contrast between the initial insignificance and the eventual influence of the entity described. The word can also be found in other passages where it emphasizes humility or the lesser status of an individual or group. The concept of smallness in the Hebrew Bible often carries with it a deeper theological message, suggesting that God can use what is small or insignificant in the eyes of the world to achieve His purposes. Forms and Transliterations זְ֭עֵיר זְעֵ֣יר זְעֵ֥יר זעיר zə‘êr zə·‘êr ZeeirLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance Job 36:2 HEB: כַּתַּר־ לִ֣י זְ֭עֵיר וַאֲחַוֶּ֑ךָּ כִּ֤י NAS: Wait for me a little, and I will show KJV: Suffer me a little, and I will shew INT: Wait A little will show there Isaiah 28:10 Isaiah 28:10 Isaiah 28:13 Isaiah 28:13 5 Occurrences |
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