Lexicon yashesh: To be old, to grow old Original Word: יָשֵׁשׁ Strong's Exhaustive Concordance stoop for age From an unused root meaning to blanch; gray-haired, i.e. An aged man -- stoop for age. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom an unused word Definition aged, decrepit NASB Translation infirm (1). Brown-Driver-Briggs יָשֵׁשׁ adjective aged, decrepit, only זָקֵן וְיָשֵׁשׁ2Chronicles 36:17. Topical Lexicon Word Origin: Derived from the root יָשֵׁשׁ (yāšēš), which is related to the concept of aging or becoming gray-haired.Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: There is no direct Greek equivalent in the Strong's Concordance that corresponds specifically to the Hebrew יָשֵׁשׁ. However, concepts related to aging and wisdom can be found in Greek terms such as πρεσβύτερος (presbyteros, Strong's Greek 4245), which means elder or older, often used in the context of church leadership and respect for age. Usage: The word יָשֵׁשׁ is used in the Hebrew Bible to describe individuals who are elderly, highlighting their age and the respect typically accorded to them in ancient cultures. Context: The term יָשֵׁשׁ appears in the Hebrew Bible to describe individuals who have reached an advanced age, often characterized by gray hair. This physical trait is frequently associated with wisdom, experience, and honor in biblical literature. The concept of aging is viewed with respect, and gray hair is seen as a crown of glory, as suggested in Proverbs 16:31: "Gray hair is a crown of glory; it is attained along the path of righteousness." The presence of gray hair is a visible sign of a life lived with experience and often implies a position of respect within the community. In the cultural context of the Bible, elders were often sought for their counsel and guidance, and their opinions were highly valued. The term יָשֵׁשׁ, therefore, not only describes a physical state but also carries connotations of dignity and reverence. Forms and Transliterations וְיָשֵׁ֑שׁ וישש veyaShesh wə·yā·šêš wəyāšêšLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance 2 Chronicles 36:17 HEB: וּבְתוּלָ֖ה זָקֵ֣ן וְיָשֵׁ֑שׁ הַכֹּ֖ל נָתַ֥ן NAS: old man or infirm; He gave KJV: old man, or him that stooped for age: he gave INT: virgin old infirm all gave 1 Occurrence |
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