Lexicon ash: Moth Original Word: עָשׁ Strong's Exhaustive Concordance moth From ashesh; a moth -- moth. See also Ayish. see HEBREW ashesh see HEBREW Ayish NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom ashesh Definition a moth NASB Translation moth (5), moth-eaten* (1). Brown-Driver-Briggs II. עָשׁ noun masculineIsaiah 50:9 moth (as waster, consumer); — ׳ע absolute, Hosea 5:12 ("" רָקָכ), Isaiah 50:9; Isaiah 51:8; in simile Psalm 39:12; כְּבֶגֶד אֲכָלוֺ עָשׁ Job 13:28; symbol of fragility Job 4:19. — Job 27:10 read probably עַכָּבִישׁ q. v. Topical Lexicon Word Origin: Derived from an unused root meaning to fall away or to waste away.Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: The corresponding Greek term in the New Testament is G4597 (σής, sēs), which also refers to a moth. This term is used in similar contexts to convey the idea of decay and the impermanence of earthly treasures. For example, in Matthew 6:19-20, Jesus warns against storing up treasures on earth, "where moth and rust destroy, and where thieves break in and steal," urging instead to store up treasures in heaven. This parallel usage underscores the consistent biblical theme of prioritizing spiritual wealth over material possessions. Usage: The term עָשׁ (ʿāš) is used in the Hebrew Bible to symbolize decay, destruction, and the transient nature of material wealth and earthly possessions. It is often used metaphorically to illustrate the impermanence of human achievements and the futility of placing trust in material goods. Context: The Hebrew word עָשׁ (ʿāš) appears in several passages throughout the Old Testament, often in poetic and wisdom literature. It is typically used to convey the idea of destruction and decay, as moths are known for their ability to destroy garments and other fabric materials. This imagery is employed to emphasize the temporary nature of worldly possessions and the ultimate futility of relying on them for security or fulfillment. Forms and Transliterations בַּעֲשַׂ֥ב בעשב וְעִשְׂבָּ֤א וְעִשְׂבָּ֥א ועשבא כָּעָ֣שׁ כָעָ֖שׁ כָעָ֣שׁ כעש עִשְׂבָּ֤א עָ֔שׁ עָ֖שׁ עָֽשׁ׃ עש עש׃ עשבא ‘āš ‘iś·bā ‘iśbā Ash ba‘ăśaḇ ba·‘ă·śaḇ baaSav chaAsh isBa kā‘āš ḵā‘āš kā·‘āš ḵā·‘āš kaAsh veisBa wə‘iśbā wə·‘iś·bāLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance Job 4:19 HEB: יְ֝דַכְּא֗וּם לִפְנֵי־ עָֽשׁ׃ NAS: Who are crushed before the moth! KJV: [which] are crushed before the moth? INT: are crushed before the moth Job 13:28 Job 27:18 Psalm 39:11 Isaiah 50:9 Isaiah 51:8 Daniel 4:15 Daniel 4:25 Daniel 4:32 Daniel 4:33 Daniel 5:21 Hosea 5:12 12 Occurrences |
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