6230. Eseq

Lexicon

Eseq: Quarrel, Contention

Original Word: עֵשֶׂק
Part of Speech: Noun
Transliteration: `eseq
Pronunciation: ay-sek
Phonetic Spelling: (ay'sek)
Definition: Quarrel, Contention
Meaning: strife

Strong's Exhaustive Concordance

Esek

From asaq; strife -- Esek.

see HEBREW asaq

NAS Exhaustive Concordance

Word Origin
from asaq
Definition
"contention," a well in Gerar
NASB Translation
Esek (1).

Brown-Driver-Briggs

עֵ֫שֶׂק proper name, of a well in southwest Palestine Genesis 26:20 (explanation as contention); — locality unknown, ᵐ5 Ἀδικία.

עשׂר (√ of following; apparently gather, unite, compare Arabic kinsman, tribe, assembly; hence ten = collection, union).

Topical Lexicon

Word Origin: Derived from the root verb עָשַׂק (asak), meaning "to press upon" or "to oppress."

Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: • The corresponding Greek entry in Strong's Concordance is G93 (ἄδικος, adikos), which means "unjust" or "unrighteous." While not a direct translation, the concept of strife or contention can be related to injustice or unrighteous behavior, as disputes often arise from perceived or actual injustices.

Usage: The term עֵשֶׂק (Esek) is used in the context of disputes or quarrels, particularly in relation to the naming of a well in the biblical narrative. It appears in the context of Isaac's experiences with the Philistines over water rights.

Context: • The term עֵשֶׂק (Esek) is notably used in Genesis 26:20. In this passage, Isaac's servants dig a well in the Valley of Gerar, but the herdsmen of Gerar quarrel with Isaac's herdsmen, claiming the water as their own. As a result of this contention, Isaac names the well "Esek," signifying the strife that occurred there. This incident reflects the broader theme of conflict over resources, a common issue in the arid regions of the ancient Near East where water was a precious commodity.
• Genesis 26:20 (BSB): "But the herdsmen of Gerar quarreled with Isaac’s herdsmen and said, 'The water is ours!' So he named the well Esek, because they contended with him."
• The naming of the well Esek serves as a memorial of the dispute, highlighting the challenges Isaac faced in securing resources for his household and flocks. This narrative underscores the recurring biblical theme of God's provision and faithfulness amidst human conflict and adversity.

Forms and Transliterations

עֵ֔שֶׂק עשק ‘ê·śeq ‘êśeq Esek

Englishman's Concordance

Genesis 26:20
HEB: שֵֽׁם־ הַבְּאֵר֙ עֵ֔שֶׂק כִּ֥י הִֽתְעַשְּׂק֖וּ
NAS: the well Esek, because
KJV: of the well Esek; because they strove
INT: the name the well Esek because contended

1 Occurrence

Strong's Hebrew 6230
1 Occurrence

‘ê·śeq — 1 Occ.