Lexicon ashoq: Oppression, extortion Original Word: עָשׁוֹק Strong's Exhaustive Concordance oppressor From ashaq; oppressive (as noun, a tyrant) -- oppressor. see HEBREW ashaq NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom ashaq Definition oppressor, extortioner NASB Translation oppressor (1). Brown-Driver-Briggs עָשׁוֺק noun [masculine] oppressor, extortioner; — Jeremiah 22:3 (= עשֵׁק Jeremiah 21:12). Topical Lexicon Word Origin: Derived from the root עָשַׁק (ashaq), which means "to oppress" or "to exploit."Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: • Strong's Greek Number 2669 • καταδυναστεύω (katadynasteuō): to oppress, exploit. Usage: The word עָשׁוֹק is used in the Hebrew Bible to describe situations where individuals or groups are subjected to unfair treatment, often by those in positions of power. It highlights the moral and ethical concerns surrounding the mistreatment of others. Context: The term עָשׁוֹק (ashoq) appears in various contexts within the Hebrew Scriptures, emphasizing the theme of social justice and the condemnation of oppressive practices. It is often associated with the actions of the wicked or those who exploit the vulnerable, such as the poor, widows, and orphans. The prophets frequently denounce such behavior, calling for repentance and justice. Forms and Transliterations עָשׁ֑וֹק עשוק ‘ā·šō·wq ‘āšōwq aShokLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance Jeremiah 22:3 HEB: גָז֖וּל מִיַּ֣ד עָשׁ֑וֹק וְגֵר֩ יָת֨וֹם NAS: from the power of [his] oppressor. Also do not mistreat KJV: out of the hand of the oppressor: and do no wrong, INT: has been robbed the power of oppressor to the stranger the orphan 1 Occurrence |
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