Lexicon pachach: Snare, trap Original Word: פָחַח Strong's Exhaustive Concordance be snared A primitive root; to batter out; but used only as denominative from pach, to spread a net -- be snared. see HEBREW pach NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Origindenominative verb from pach Definition to ensnare NASB Translation trapped (1). Brown-Driver-Briggs [מָּחַח] verb Hiph`il denominative ensnare; Infinitive absolute הָפֵחַ כֻּלָּם Isaiah 42:22, with בְּ local an ensnaring [i. e. men have ensnared] them all in, etc. Topical Lexicon Word Origin: A primitive rootCorresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: • Strong's Greek Number 3802: παγίς (pagis) • a trap, snare Usage: The verb פָחַח (pachach) is used in the context of spreading or setting a net, often metaphorically to describe the act of ensnaring or entrapping. Context: The Hebrew verb פָחַח (pachach) is a primitive root that primarily conveys the action of spreading a net. This term is used metaphorically in the Hebrew Bible to describe the act of laying traps or snares, often in a figurative sense to depict the schemes of the wicked or the entrapment of the unsuspecting. The imagery of spreading a net is a common biblical motif, symbolizing the cunning and deceitful tactics employed by adversaries. The act of spreading a net is associated with the intention to capture or ensnare, reflecting the dangers and pitfalls that one might encounter. In the Berean Standard Bible, this term is used to illustrate the concept of entrapment, both in a literal and metaphorical sense, emphasizing the need for vigilance and discernment. Forms and Transliterations הָפֵ֤חַ הפח hā·p̄ê·aḥ haFeach hāp̄êaḥLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance Isaiah 42:22 HEB: בָּז֣וּז וְשָׁסוּי֒ הָפֵ֤חַ בַּֽחוּרִים֙ כֻּלָּ֔ם NAS: All of them are trapped in caves, KJV: and spoiled; [they are] all of them snared in holes, INT: plundered and despoiled are trapped caves All 1 Occurrence |
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