Strong's Lexicon yashesh: To be old, to grow old Original Word: יָשֵׁשׁ Word Origin: A primitive root Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: The Greek equivalent often used in the Septuagint for the concept of aging is "γεραιός" (geraios), which also means old or aged. Usage: The Hebrew verb "yashesh" primarily conveys the concept of aging or becoming old. It is used to describe the natural process of growing older, often in the context of human life. The term can also imply the accumulation of wisdom and experience that comes with age. Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient Hebrew culture, old age was often associated with wisdom, respect, and honor. Elders were revered for their life experiences and were often sought for guidance and counsel. The process of aging was seen as a natural and respected part of life, and the elderly were considered valuable members of the community. 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. Strong's Exhaustive Concordance stoop for age From an unused root meaning to blanch; gray-haired, i.e. An aged man -- stoop for age. 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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