2823. chashok

Lexicon

chashok: Dark, darkness

Original Word: חָשֹׁךְ
Part of Speech: Adjective
Transliteration: chashok
Pronunciation: khaw-shoke'
Phonetic Spelling: (khaw-shoke')
Definition: Dark, darkness
Meaning: dark

Strong's Exhaustive Concordance

meaning

From chashak; dark (figuratively, i.e. Obscure) -- meaning

see HEBREW chashak

NAS Exhaustive Concordance

Word Origin
from chashak
Definition
obscure, low
NASB Translation
obscure men (1).

Brown-Driver-Briggs

[חָשֹׁךְ] adjective obscure, low, only masculine plural as substantive; בַּליִֿתְיַצֵּב לִפְנֵי חֲשֻׁכִּים Proverbs 22:29 he shall not stand before obscure men (opposed to לפנימֿלכים).

Topical Lexicon

Word Origin: Derived from the root חָשַׁךְ (chashak), which means "to be dark" or "to grow dark."

Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: • G3576 (νόθος • nothos): While not a direct translation, G3576 is related in the sense of describing something illegitimate or spurious, which can metaphorically relate to the concept of darkness as something lacking authenticity or divine approval. However, for a more direct correlation in terms of darkness, the Greek word σκότος (skotos • G4655) is often used in the New Testament to denote darkness, both literal and metaphorical, similar to חָשֹׁךְ in the Hebrew Bible.

This entry provides a comprehensive understanding of the Hebrew term חָשֹׁךְ, exploring its usage, implications, and connections within the biblical text.

Usage: The word חָשֹׁךְ appears in various contexts within the Hebrew Bible, often used to describe physical darkness, such as the darkness of night or a dark place. It can also be used metaphorically to represent ignorance, evil, or judgment.

Context: • Literal Usage: In its literal sense, חָשֹׁךְ is used to describe the natural phenomenon of darkness. For example, in Genesis 1:2, the term is used to describe the state of the earth before God said, "Let there be light." This usage underscores the concept of darkness as a primordial condition that precedes the divine act of creation.
• Metaphorical Usage: Metaphorically, חָשֹׁךְ is employed to convey spiritual or moral darkness. In passages such as Isaiah 9:2, it symbolizes the ignorance and despair of people who have turned away from God. The metaphorical use of darkness often contrasts with light, which represents knowledge, purity, and divine presence.
• Theological Implications: The concept of darkness in the Hebrew Bible often carries theological implications, signifying separation from God or divine judgment. For instance, in Exodus 10:21-23, the plague of darkness over Egypt serves as a sign of God's power and judgment against Pharaoh's obstinacy.
• Symbolism in Prophetic Literature: Prophets frequently use darkness to symbolize impending judgment or calamity. In Joel 2:2, a day of darkness and gloom is depicted as part of the "Day of the LORD," a time of divine intervention and reckoning.

Forms and Transliterations

חֲשֻׁכִּֽים׃ חשכים׃ chashukKim ḥă·šuk·kîm ḥăšukkîm

Englishman's Concordance

Proverbs 22:29
HEB: יִ֝תְיַצֵּב לִפְנֵ֥י חֲשֻׁכִּֽים׃ פ
NAS: He will not stand before obscure men.
KJV: he shall not stand before mean [men].
INT: stand before obscure

1 Occurrence

Strong's Hebrew 2823
1 Occurrence

ḥă·šuk·kîm — 1 Occ.