Strong's Lexicon oqbah: Deceit, trickery, or treachery Original Word: עָקְבָה Word Origin: Derived from the root עָקֵב (aqeb), meaning "heel" or "footprint." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: The Greek equivalent often associated with deceit is δόλος (dolos), Strong's Greek 1388, which also means deceit or guile. Usage: The term "oqbah" is used to denote deceit or treachery, often in the context of betrayal or cunning behavior. It reflects a moral failing or a breach of trust, emphasizing the negative aspects of human character when one acts with duplicity. Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient Hebrew culture, the concept of deceit was heavily frowned upon, as it disrupted the social and religious fabric of the community. The Hebrew Bible often contrasts deceit with truth and righteousness, underscoring the importance of integrity and honesty. The root of "oqbah" is related to the word for "heel," which can metaphorically imply a hidden or underhanded action, much like the act of tripping someone by the heel. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom the same as aqeb Definition insidiousness NASB Translation cunning (1). Brown-Driver-Briggs עָקְבָה noun feminine insidiousness, 2 Kings 10:19 זְיֵהוּא ׳עָשָׂה בְע. Strong's Exhaustive Concordance subtilty Feminine of an unused form from aqab meaning a trick; trickery -- subtilty. see HEBREW aqab Forms and Transliterations בְעָקְבָּ֔ה בעקבה ḇə‘āqəbāh ḇə·‘ā·qə·bāh veakeBahLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance 2 Kings 10:19 HEB: וְיֵהוּא֙ עָשָׂ֣ה בְעָקְבָּ֔ה לְמַ֥עַן הַאֲבִ֖יד NAS: did it in cunning, so KJV: did [it] in subtilty, to the intent that he might destroy INT: Jehu did cunning so destroy 1 Occurrence |
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