Strong's Lexicon maamar: Command, decree, word, saying Original Word: מַאֲמַר Word Origin: Derived from the root verb אמר (amar), meaning "to say" or "to speak." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: The Greek equivalent often used in the Septuagint for similar concepts is λόγος (logos), Strong's Greek #3056, which also conveys the idea of a word, saying, or decree. Usage: The Hebrew word "maamar" refers to a command or decree, often issued by a person in authority. It can also denote a spoken word or saying, emphasizing the power and authority behind the utterance. In the biblical context, "maamar" is used to convey the idea of a binding statement or directive, often with divine or royal authority. Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient Israelite society, words held significant power and authority. A king's decree or a divine command was considered binding and carried the weight of law. The concept of "maamar" reflects the cultural understanding of speech as an extension of authority and governance. In a theocratic society, where God's word was law, the divine "maamar" was seen as the ultimate authority. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom amar Definition a word, command NASB Translation command (2), what (1). Brown-Driver-Briggs [מַאֲמָר noun masculineEsther 9:32 word, command (late; Mishna id.) construct מַאֲמַר Esther 1:15; Esther 2:20; Esther 9:32. Strong's Exhaustive Concordance commandment, decree From 'amar; something (authoritatively) said, i.e. An edict -- commandment, decree. see HEBREW 'amar Forms and Transliterations וּמַאֲמַ֣ר ומאמר מַאֲמַ֤ר מַאֲמַר֙ מאמר ma’ămar ma·’ă·mar maaMar ū·ma·’ă·mar ūma’ămar umaaMarLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance Esther 1:15 HEB: עָשְׂתָ֗ה אֶֽת־ מַאֲמַר֙ הַמֶּ֣לֶךְ אֲחַשְׁוֵר֔וֹשׁ NAS: she did not obey the command of King KJV: because she hath not performed the commandment of the king INT: did not obey the command of King Ahasuerus Esther 2:20 Esther 9:32 3 Occurrences |
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