Strong's Lexicon abuddah: Labor, service, work Original Word: עֲבֻדָּה Word Origin: Derived from the root עָבַד (avad), meaning "to work" or "to serve." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: The Greek equivalent often used in the Septuagint for similar concepts is δουλεία (douleia), Strong's Greek 1397, which also means servitude or bondage. Usage: The term "abuddah" refers to labor or service, often in the context of work performed by servants or laborers. It can denote both physical labor and service rendered in various capacities, including religious or temple service. The word emphasizes the act of working or serving, highlighting the effort and dedication involved. Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient Israel, labor and service were integral to daily life and community structure. The concept of work was deeply embedded in the social and religious fabric of the society. Labor was not only a means of sustenance but also a way to honor God through diligent service. The Israelites were commanded to work six days and rest on the Sabbath, reflecting a balance between labor and worship. Service in the temple was considered a high calling, and the Levites were specifically set apart for this purpose. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom abad Definition service NASB Translation household (1), servants (1). Brown-Driver-Briggs עֲבֻדָּה noun feminine service (on formation see LagBN 151); — of household servants as a body, "" cattle, etc., Genesis 26:14 (J) Job 1:3. Strong's Exhaustive Concordance household, store of servants Passive participle of abad; something wrought, i.e. (concretely) service -- household, store of servants. see HEBREW abad Forms and Transliterations וַעֲבֻדָּ֖ה ועבדה vaavudDah wa‘ăḇuddāh wa·‘ă·ḇud·dāhLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance Genesis 26:14 HEB: וּמִקְנֵ֣ה בָקָ֔ר וַעֲבֻדָּ֖ה רַבָּ֑ה וַיְקַנְא֥וּ NAS: and a great household, so that the Philistines KJV: and great store of servants: and the Philistines INT: possessions and herds household great envied Job 1:3 2 Occurrences |
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