Lexicon avvathah: Perversion, Injustice Original Word: עַוָּתָה Strong's Exhaustive Concordance wrong From avath; oppression -- wrong. see HEBREW avath NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom avath Definition subversion NASB Translation oppression (1). Brown-Driver-Briggs [עַוָּתָה] noun feminine subversion, i.e. deprivation of justice; — suffix עַוָּתָתִי Lamentations 3:59 (opposed to מִשְׁמָּטִי). Topical Lexicon Word Origin: Derived from the root עָוַת (H5791), which means to bend, twist, or distort.Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: The Greek equivalent that corresponds to the concept of oppression or injustice is found in Strong's Greek Number G5016, τυραννίς (tyrannis), which refers to tyranny or oppressive rule. While not a direct translation, it captures a similar theme of unjust and oppressive governance or authority. Usage: The word is used in the Hebrew Bible to describe acts of oppression or injustice, particularly those that are systemic or institutional in nature. It highlights the moral and ethical deviations from righteousness and justice. Context: The Hebrew term עַוָּתָה (avvah) is a noun that encapsulates the concept of oppression and injustice. It is rooted in the idea of bending or twisting what is straight, symbolizing the perversion of justice and righteousness. This term is often used in prophetic literature to critique the social and judicial systems of ancient Israel, where leaders and judges are accused of distorting justice for personal gain or out of negligence. Forms and Transliterations עַוָּ֣תָתִ֔י עותתי ‘aw·wā·ṯā·ṯî ‘awwāṯāṯî avVataTiLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance Lamentations 3:59 HEB: רָאִ֤יתָה יְהוָה֙ עַוָּ֣תָתִ֔י שָׁפְטָ֖ה מִשְׁפָּטִֽי׃ NAS: You have seen my oppression; Judge KJV: thou hast seen my wrong: judge INT: have seen LORD my oppression Judge my case 1 Occurrence |
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