Lexicon Esheq: Oppression, extortion Original Word: עֵשֶׁק Strong's Exhaustive Concordance Eshek From ashaq; oppression; Eshek, an Israelite -- Eshek. see HEBREW ashaq NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom ashaq Definition a Benjamite NASB Translation Eshek (1). Brown-Driver-Briggs עֵ֫שֶׁק proper name, masculine Benjamite 1 Chronicles 8:39, Ασηλ, Ασεκ. Topical Lexicon Word Origin: Derived from the Hebrew root עָשַׁק (ashaq), meaning "to oppress" or "to press upon."Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: There are no direct corresponding Strong's Greek entries for the Hebrew name Eshek, as it is a unique proper noun specific to the Hebrew genealogical context. However, the concept of oppression or contention can be related to Greek terms that convey similar meanings, though they are not direct translations of the name Eshek. Usage: The name Eshek appears in genealogical records within the Old Testament, specifically in the context of family lineage. Context: • Eshek is mentioned in 1 Chronicles 8:39, where he is listed as a descendant of King Saul through Jonathan. The passage provides a genealogical account of the Benjamite lineage, highlighting the descendants of Jonathan, Saul's son. Eshek is noted as one of the sons of Azel, who was a descendant of Jonathan. The name Eshek, meaning "oppression" or "contention," may reflect the turbulent times or familial struggles experienced by the Benjamite tribe during the period of the Judges and the early monarchy in Israel. The genealogical records in 1 Chronicles serve to establish the continuity and heritage of the tribes of Israel, emphasizing their historical and spiritual significance. Forms and Transliterations עֵ֣שֶׁק עשק ‘ê·šeq ‘êšeq EshekLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance 1 Chronicles 8:39 HEB: וּבְנֵ֖י עֵ֣שֶׁק אָחִ֑יו אוּלָ֣ם NAS: The sons of Eshek his brother KJV: And the sons of Eshek his brother INT: the sons of Eshek his brother Ulam |