Strong's Lexicon pazaz: To leap, to be agile, to be nimble Original Word: פָזַז Word Origin: A primitive root Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Greek equivalent for "pazaz," the concept of agility and readiness can be seen in Greek words like "ἀγών" (agon, Strong's G73), which refers to a contest or struggle, often implying physical exertion and agility. Usage: The Hebrew verb "pazaz" conveys the idea of leaping or being agile. It is used to describe physical agility and quickness, often in the context of movement that is lively and spirited. This term can also imply a sense of readiness and enthusiasm, reflecting a state of being prepared and eager to act. Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient Hebrew culture, physical agility and strength were highly valued traits, especially in contexts such as warfare, hunting, and athletic competition. The ability to move quickly and with precision was seen as a sign of vitality and prowess. This cultural appreciation for agility is reflected in various biblical narratives and poetry, where physical movement often symbolizes spiritual readiness and divine empowerment. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Origina prim. root Definition to be supple or agile NASB Translation agile (1), leaping (1). Brown-Driver-Briggs II. [מָּזַז] verb be supple, agile (Talmud (rare) מְּזִיזָא hasty; Arabic be frightened, excited; Syriac (Lexicons) leap, agile, etc.); — Qal Imperfect3masculine plural וַיָּ֫פֹזוּ Genesis 49:24, of arms. Pi`el shew agility, leap (in dance), Participle מְפַזֵּז וּמְכַרְכֵּר 2 Samuel 6:16. Strong's Exhaustive Concordance leap, be made strong A primitive root (identical with pazaz); to solidify (as if by refining); also to spring (as if separating the limbs) -- leap, be made strong. see HEBREW pazaz Forms and Transliterations וַיָּפֹ֖זּוּ ויפזו מְפַזֵּ֤ז מפזז mə·p̄az·zêz mefazZez məp̄azzêz vaiyaFozzu way·yā·p̄ōz·zū wayyāp̄ōzzūLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance Genesis 49:24 HEB: בְּאֵיתָן֙ קַשְׁתּ֔וֹ וַיָּפֹ֖זּוּ זְרֹעֵ֣י יָדָ֑יו NAS: And his arms were agile, From the hands KJV: of his hands were made strong by the hands INT: firm his bow were agile and his arms the hands 2 Samuel 6:16 2 Occurrences |