6276. atheq

Lexicon

atheq: Ancient, old

Original Word: עָתֵק
Part of Speech: Adjective
Transliteration: `atheq
Pronunciation: aw-thake'
Phonetic Spelling: (aw-thake')
Definition: Ancient, old
Meaning: antique, valued

Strong's Exhaustive Concordance

durable

From athaq; antique, i.e. Valued -- durable.

see HEBREW athaq

NAS Exhaustive Concordance

Word Origin
from atheq
Definition
valuable, advanced, eminent, surpassing
NASB Translation
enduring (1).

Brown-Driver-Briggs

עָתֵק adjective Thes (ancient and so) valuable; < advanced, eminent, surpassing (compare preceding, hence surpassing, choice Lane¹⁹⁴⁷); — ׳הוֺן ע Proverbs 8:18 eminent wealth.

Topical Lexicon

Word Origin: Derived from the root עָתַק (ʿāṯaq), which means to move, advance, or become old.

Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: • While there is no direct one-to-one correspondence in the Greek Strong's entries for עָתֵק (ʿāṯēq), concepts of antiquity and value can be found in Greek terms such as ἀρχαῖος (archaios • G744), which means ancient or old, and τιμή (timē • G5092), which means honor or value. These Greek terms capture similar themes of age and esteem found in the Hebrew עָתֵק.

This entry provides a comprehensive understanding of the Hebrew term עָתֵק (ʿāṯēq), highlighting its significance in biblical literature and its thematic connections to concepts of value and antiquity.

Usage: The word עָתֵק appears in the Hebrew Bible in contexts that emphasize the value or antiquity of an object or concept. It is used to convey the idea of something being esteemed or precious due to its age or historical significance.

Context: • The Hebrew term עָתֵק (ʿāṯēq) is found in the Old Testament and is often associated with objects or concepts that are considered valuable or esteemed because of their age. The root עָתַק (ʿāṯaq) suggests movement or progression, which in this context, refers to the passage of time that adds value or reverence to the item or idea.
• In the Berean Standard Bible, the term is used to highlight the esteemed nature of something that has withstood the test of time, thereby gaining a status of reverence or honor. This can be seen in contexts where ancient landmarks or traditions are respected and preserved.
• The concept of antiquity in the biblical sense often carries with it a sense of wisdom and respect, as ancient things are seen as having been proven or tested over time. This aligns with the broader biblical theme of valuing wisdom and understanding that comes with age and experience.

Forms and Transliterations

עָ֝תֵ֗ק עתק ‘ā·ṯêq ‘āṯêq aTek

Englishman's Concordance

Proverbs 8:18
HEB: אִתִּ֑י ה֥וֹן עָ֝תֵ֗ק וּצְדָקָֽה׃
NAS: and honor are with me, Enduring wealth
KJV: and honour [are] with me; [yea], durable riches
INT: for wealth Enduring and righteousness

1 Occurrence

Strong's Hebrew 6276
1 Occurrence

‘ā·ṯêq — 1 Occ.