Strong's Lexicon Netsiach: Eternity, perpetuity, splendor, enduring Original Word: נֵצַח Word Origin: Derived from the root נָצַח (natsach), which means "to shine," "to be preeminent," or "to endure." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: - Strong's Greek 165 (αἰών - aiōn): Often translated as "age" or "eternity," reflecting a similar concept of time without end. - Strong's Greek 126 (αἰώνιος - aiōnios): Meaning "eternal" or "everlasting," used to describe the eternal nature of God and life. Usage: The Hebrew word "Netsiach" primarily conveys the concept of eternity or perpetuity. It is often used to describe something that is everlasting or enduring, whether in the context of time, splendor, or victory. In the biblical text, it can refer to the eternal nature of God, the enduring quality of His covenant, or the perpetual praise due to Him. Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient Hebrew culture, the concept of eternity was deeply intertwined with the nature of God and His promises. The Israelites understood God as eternal, and His covenants as everlasting. This understanding was crucial in a world where temporal powers and kingdoms rose and fell. The idea of something being "netsiach" provided a sense of stability and hope, anchoring the faith of the people in the eternal nature of God and His word. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom natsach Definition head of a family of Nethinim NASB Translation Neziah (2). Brown-Driver-Briggs נְצִיחַ proper name, masculine head of a family of Nethinim Ezra 2:54 (ᵐ5 Νασους, A Νεθιε) = Nehemiah 7:56 ᵐ5 Ασεια, A Νεισεια; ᵐ5L Νεσια in both. Strong's Exhaustive Concordance Neziah From natsach; conspicuous; Netsiach, a Temple- servant -- Neziah. see HEBREW natsach Forms and Transliterations נְצִ֖יחַ נציח nə·ṣî·aḥ nəṣîaḥ neTziachLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance Ezra 2:54 HEB: בְּנֵ֥י נְצִ֖יחַ בְּנֵ֥י חֲטִיפָֽא׃ NAS: the sons of Neziah, the sons KJV: The children of Neziah, the children INT: the sons of Neziah the sons of Hatipha Nehemiah 7:56 2 Occurrences |