Strong's Lexicon chayeh: Life, living, alive Original Word: חָיֶה Word Origin: Derived from the root חָיָה (chayah), meaning "to live" or "to be alive." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: - G2222 (ζωή, zoe) – life, both physical and spiritual - G2198 (ζάω, zao) – to live, to be alive Usage: The term "chayeh" is used in the Hebrew Bible to denote life or the state of being alive. It often refers to physical life, vitality, or the essence of living. In some contexts, it can also imply a quality of life that is blessed or prosperous, reflecting God's favor and provision. Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient Hebrew culture, life was viewed as a precious gift from God, the Creator of all living things. The concept of life was not only about physical existence but also encompassed spiritual and moral dimensions. The Hebrew understanding of life was deeply connected to one's relationship with God, community, and the land. Life was celebrated through various religious festivals and rituals, emphasizing gratitude and dependence on God's sustenance. Brown-Driver-Briggs [חָיֶה] adjective having the vigour of life, lively (on formation see LagBN 49) — feminine plural חָיוֺת Exodus 1:19 (E), of Hebrew women in childbirth, bearing quickly easily. Strong's Exhaustive Concordance lively From chayah; vigorous -- lively. see HEBREW chayah Forms and Transliterations חָי֣וֹת חיות chaYot ḥā·yō·wṯ ḥāyōwṯLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance Exodus 1:19 HEB: הָֽעִבְרִיֹּ֑ת כִּֽי־ חָי֣וֹת הֵ֔נָּה בְּטֶ֨רֶם NAS: women; for they are vigorous and give KJV: [are] not as the Egyptian women; for they [are] lively, and are delivered INT: the Hebrew Because are vigorous in before 1 Occurrence |
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