Strong's Lexicon sebar: To hope, to expect Original Word: סְבַר Word Origin: A primitive root Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: The Greek equivalent often associated with the concept of hope is ἐλπίζω (elpizō), Strong's Greek 1679, which also means to hope or to expect. Usage: The Hebrew verb "sebar" primarily conveys the idea of hope or expectation. It is used in contexts where there is an anticipation of something good or a positive outcome. This term is often associated with a confident waiting or trust in God's promises and His timing. Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient Hebrew culture, hope was not merely a passive wish but an active trust in God. The Israelites often found themselves in situations that required them to rely on God's faithfulness and promises. The concept of hope was deeply intertwined with their covenant relationship with God, where they expected His intervention and deliverance based on His past actions and promises. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Origin(Aramaic) a prim. root Definition to think, intend NASB Translation intend (1). Brown-Driver-Briggs [סְבַר] verb think, intend (ᵑ7 Syriac; see Biblical Hebrew II. שׂבר (late)); — Pe`al Imperfect3masculine singular יִסְבַּר Daniel 7:25, followed by infinitive Strong's Exhaustive Concordance think (Aramaic) a primitive root; to bear in mind, i.e. Hope -- think. Forms and Transliterations וְיִסְבַּ֗ר ויסבר veyisBar wə·yis·bar wəyisbarLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance Daniel 7:25 HEB: עֶלְיוֹנִ֖ין יְבַלֵּ֑א וְיִסְבַּ֗ר לְהַשְׁנָיָה֙ זִמְנִ֣ין NAS: of the Highest One, and he will intend to make alterations KJV: of the most High, and think to change INT: of the Highest and wear will intend to make times 1 Occurrence |
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