Lexicon zeiq: Spark, flame Original Word: זְעִק Strong's Exhaustive Concordance cry (Aramaic) corresponding to za'aq; to make an outcry -- cry. see HEBREW za'aq NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Origin(Aramaic) corresponding to zaaq Definition to cry, call NASB Translation cried (1). Topical Lexicon Word Origin: Aramaic; a root wordCorresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Greek equivalent for the Aramaic זְעִק, the concept of making an outcry or calling out in distress can be related to several Greek terms used in the New Testament. For example, the Greek verb κράζω (krazō, Strong's Greek 2896) is often used to describe crying out or shouting, particularly in contexts of urgent appeal or proclamation. Another related term is βοάω (boaō, Strong's Greek 994), which also means to cry out or call aloud. These Greek terms capture similar nuances of vocal expression found in the Aramaic זְעִק. Usage: This Aramaic verb is used in the context of making a loud cry or outcry, often in situations of distress or urgent appeal. Context: The Aramaic verb זְעִק (zeʿiq) appears in the context of the Old Testament, specifically in the book of Daniel, which contains sections written in Aramaic. The term is used to describe a vocal expression of distress or a call for help. In the Berean Standard Bible, this word is translated as "to make an outcry," capturing the essence of a loud, urgent call often associated with situations of peril or need for divine intervention. Forms and Transliterations זְעִ֑ק זעק zə‘iq zə·‘iq zeIkLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance Daniel 6:20 HEB: בְּקָ֥ל עֲצִ֖יב זְעִ֑ק עָנֵ֨ה מַלְכָּ֜א NAS: to Daniel, he cried out with a troubled KJV: to the den, he cried with a lamentable INT: voice A troubled cried spoke the king |