Strong's Lexicon chuphshah: Freedom, liberty Original Word: חֻפְשָׁה Word Origin: Derived from the root חָפֵשׁ (chaphash), meaning "to be free" or "to set free." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: - 1659 ἐλευθερόω (eleutheroo) – to set free, liberate - 1658 ἐλεύθερος (eleutheros) – free, not a slave Usage: The term "chuphshah" refers to the state of being free or the condition of liberty. It is used in the context of release from servitude or bondage, often in relation to the emancipation of slaves or servants. The concept of "chuphshah" underscores the transition from a state of subjugation to one of autonomy and self-determination. Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient Israelite society, slavery was a recognized institution, but it was regulated by Mosaic Law to ensure humane treatment. The concept of "chuphshah" was significant in this context, as it provided a legal and moral framework for the release of Hebrew slaves. According to the Law, Hebrew slaves were to be set free in the seventh year of service (Exodus 21:2) or during the Year of Jubilee (Leviticus 25:10). This practice highlighted the value placed on freedom and the belief that all people ultimately belong to God. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom chaphash Definition freedom NASB Translation freedom (1). Brown-Driver-Briggs חֻפְֿשָׁה noun feminine freedom, only לא נִתַּןלָֿהּ ׳ח Leviticus 19:20 (H) freedom had not been given to her. Strong's Exhaustive Concordance freedom From chaphash; liberty (from slavery) -- freedom. see HEBREW chaphash Forms and Transliterations חֻפְשָׁ֖ה חפשה chufShah ḥup̄·šāh ḥup̄šāhLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance Leviticus 19:20 HEB: נִפְדָּ֔תָה א֥וֹ חֻפְשָׁ֖ה לֹ֣א נִתַּן־ NAS: given her freedom, there shall be punishment; KJV: redeemed, nor freedom given INT: been redeemed and her freedom nor given 1 Occurrence |