Lexical Summary emun: Faithfulness, trustworthiness, fidelity Original Word: אֵמוּן Strong's Exhaustive Concordance faithful, truth From 'aman; established, i.e. (figuratively) trusty; also (abstractly) trustworthiness -- faith(-ful), truth. see HEBREW 'aman NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom aman Definition faithfulness NASB Translation faithful (2), faithfulness (1), trustworthy (2). Brown-Driver-Briggs אֵמֻן noun [masculine] trusting, faithfulness (on formation compare Ges§ 84a R. 12). 1. 1 בָּנִים לֹא אֵמֻן בָּם children in whom there is no trusting Deuteronomy 32:20 (poetry) 2. אֱמוּנִים plural abstract faithfulness; ׳צִיר א messenger of faithfulness, trusty messenger Proverbs 13:17; ׳עֵד א faithful witness Proverbs 14:5; compare ׳אִישׁ א Proverbs 20:6; ׳שֹׁמֵר א keeping faithfulness Isaiah 26:2, perhaps also Psalm 31:24 ׳נצד א see I. [ אָמַן]. Topical Lexicon Overview of Meaning and Emphasis The term אֵמוּן occurs five times in the Hebrew Scriptures and consistently conveys the idea of steadfast reliability—trustworthiness proven in action. Whether applied to people, a nation, or a messenger, it highlights an enduring character quality that reflects the very constancy of God Himself. Occurrences in Canonical Context • Deuteronomy 32:20 – Moses quotes the LORD lamenting over “children in whom is no faithfulness,” contrasting covenant infidelity with the faithfulness that ought to characterize Israel. Theological Insights 1. Reflection of Divine Character. The repeated call for אֵמוּן mirrors God’s own faithfulness (Exodus 34:6; Lamentations 3:23). Humanity is summoned to image the steadfast God whose “word is firmly fixed in the heavens” (Psalm 119:89). Historical Perspective Israel’s history repeatedly oscillated between fidelity and betrayal of covenant obligations. Prophets employed the language of faithfulness to indict idolatry and social injustice (Hosea 4:1). Post-exilic communities embraced the concept in covenant renewals (Nehemiah 9:32-38), recognizing that national restoration depended on returning to אֵמוּן. Connections to New Testament Revelation Greek πίστις echoes the Hebrew emphasis on faithfulness as loyalty manifest in works (James 2:18). Jesus Christ is hailed as “the Amen, the faithful and true witness” (Revelation 3:14), embodying what Proverbs 14:5 idealizes. Believers are called “faithful in Christ Jesus” (Ephesians 1:1), fulfilling Isaiah’s vision of a righteous, faithful people. Implications for Ministry and Discipleship • Leadership Qualification: Elders and deacons are to be “trustworthy” (1 Timothy 3:10), reflecting אֵמוּן through consistent conduct. Practical Exhortation Cultivate faithfulness daily— in promises kept, testimonies given, resources managed, and assignments fulfilled. By doing so, believers mirror the God “who does not change” (Malachi 3:6) and anticipate the commendation, “Well done, good and faithful servant” (Matthew 25:23). Related Hebrew and Thematic Terms אֱמוּנָה (faithfulness), אֱמֶת (truth), אָמֵן (amen)—all orbit the same sphere of firmness and reliability, enriching the biblical tapestry that calls God’s people to unwavering allegiance and truehearted service. Forms and Transliterations אֱ֝מוּנִ֗ים אֱ֭מוּנִים אֱמֻנִֽים׃ אֱמוּנִ֣ים אֵמֻ֥ן אמונים אמן אמנים׃ ’ĕ·mu·nîm ’ĕ·mū·nîm ’ê·mun ’êmun ’ĕmunîm ’ĕmūnîm eMun emuNimLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance Deuteronomy 32:20 HEB: בָּנִ֖ים לֹא־ אֵמֻ֥ן בָּֽם׃ NAS: Sons in whom is no faithfulness. KJV: children in whom [is] no faith. INT: Sons is no faithfulness Proverbs 13:17 Proverbs 14:5 Proverbs 20:6 Isaiah 26:2 5 Occurrences |
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