2390. chazeq
Lexicon
chazeq: To be strong, to strengthen, to prevail, to harden

Original Word: חָזֵק
Part of Speech: Adjective
Transliteration: chazeq
Pronunciation: khaw-ZAKE
Phonetic Spelling: (khaw-zake')
Definition: To be strong, to strengthen, to prevail, to harden
Meaning: powerful

Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
wax louder, stronger

From chazaq; powerful -- X wax louder, stronger.

see HEBREW chazaq

NAS Exhaustive Concordance
Word Origin
part. from chazaq, q.v.

Brown-Driver-Briggs
חָזֵק verbal adjective see חָזַק

Qal Participle

Topical Lexicon
Word Origin: A primitive root

Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct one-to-one correspondence between Hebrew and Greek terms, the concept of strength and power in the New Testament is often conveyed by Greek words such as:

- ἰσχύω (ischyō) • Strong's Greek 2480: To be strong, to have power
- κραταιόω (krataioō) • Strong's Greek 2901: To strengthen, to make strong
- δυναμόω (dynamoō) • Strong's Greek 1412: To empower, to make strong

These Greek terms capture similar themes of strength and empowerment found in the Hebrew חָזֵק.

Usage: The verb חָזֵק (chazaq) is used in various contexts in the Hebrew Bible to denote strength, power, or firmness. It can refer to physical strength, the strengthening of one's resolve or spirit, or the act of making something strong or secure.

Context: The Hebrew verb חָזֵק (chazaq) is a primitive root that appears frequently in the Old Testament, conveying the idea of strength and power. It is used in a variety of contexts, often to describe physical strength or the act of strengthening. For example, in Exodus 4:21, God tells Moses, "But I will harden his heart so that he will not let the people go." Here, the term is used to describe the strengthening or hardening of Pharaoh's heart.

In a more positive sense, חָזֵק is used to encourage individuals to be strong and courageous. In Joshua 1:9, God commands Joshua, "Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the LORD your God will be with you wherever you go." This usage emphasizes the importance of inner strength and reliance on God's presence.

The term also appears in contexts of military strength and fortification. In 2 Samuel 10:12, Joab encourages his troops, "Be strong, and let us fight bravely for our people and the cities of our God. The LORD will do what is good in His sight." Here, חָזֵק is associated with the courage and strength needed for battle.

Additionally, חָזֵק can refer to the act of making something strong or secure, such as fortifying a city or strengthening a structure. This usage underscores the concept of providing stability and security.

Overall, חָזֵק is a versatile term that encompasses both physical and metaphorical strength, highlighting the importance of resilience, courage, and reliance on divine support in various aspects of life.

Forms and Transliterations
וְחָזֵ֔ק וְחָזֵ֣ק וחזק vechaZek wə·ḥā·zêq wəḥāzêq
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Englishman's Concordance
Exodus 19:19
HEB: הַשּׁוֹפָ֔ר הוֹלֵ֖ךְ וְחָזֵ֣ק מְאֹ֑ד מֹשֶׁ֣ה
KJV: long, and waxed louder and louder,
INT: of the trumpet grew louder and louder Moses

2 Samuel 3:1
HEB: וְדָוִד֙ הֹלֵ֣ךְ וְחָזֵ֔ק וּבֵ֥ית שָׁא֖וּל
KJV: waxed stronger and stronger,
INT: and David grew stronger the house of Saul

2 Occurrences

Strong's Hebrew 2390
2 Occurrences


wə·ḥā·zêq — 2 Occ.















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