Strong's Lexicon Yetser: Inclination, imagination, mind, purpose, frame Original Word: יֵצֶר Word Origin: Derived from the root יָצַר (yatsar), meaning "to form" or "to fashion." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: - G1271 (dianoia) - often translated as "mind" or "understanding," reflecting the cognitive aspect of "yetser." - G1761 (enthymesis) - meaning "thought" or "purpose," similar to the intentional aspect of "yetser." Usage: The Hebrew word "yetser" primarily refers to the inclination or disposition of the mind and heart. It is often used to describe the inner thoughts and intentions of a person, whether good or evil. In the biblical context, "yetser" can denote the creative and formative aspect of human thought, as well as the moral and ethical inclinations that guide behavior. Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient Hebrew thought, the concept of "yetser" is closely tied to the understanding of human nature and morality. The Hebrew Bible often contrasts the "yetser hara" (evil inclination) with the "yetser hatov" (good inclination), reflecting the dual nature of human impulses. This duality is a central theme in Jewish ethical teachings, emphasizing the struggle between good and evil within the human heart. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom yatsar Definition a son of Naphtali NASB Translation Jezer (3). Brown-Driver-Briggs II. יֵּ֫צֶר proper name, masculine son of Naphtali Genesis 46:24 = 1 Chronicles 7:13; Numbers 26:49 (P). Strong's Exhaustive Concordance Jezer The same as yetser; Jetser, an Israelite -- Jezer. see HEBREW yetser Forms and Transliterations וְיֵ֥צֶר ויצר לְיֵ֕צֶר ליצר lə·yê·ṣer ləyêṣer leYetzer veYetzer wə·yê·ṣer wəyêṣerLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance Genesis 46:24 HEB: יַחְצְאֵ֥ל וְגוּנִ֖י וְיֵ֥צֶר וְשִׁלֵּֽם׃ NAS: and Guni and Jezer and Shillem. KJV: and Guni, and Jezer, and Shillem. INT: Jahzeel and Guni and Jezer and Shillem Numbers 26:49 1 Chronicles 7:13 3 Occurrences |
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