◄ 6359. patir ►
Strong's Lexicon
patir: Interpretation

Original Word: פָּתִיר
Part of Speech: Adjective
Transliteration: patir
Pronunciation: pah-teer
Phonetic Spelling: (paw-teer')
Definition: Interpretation
Meaning: open, unoccupied

Word Origin: Derived from the root פָּתַר (pathar), meaning "to interpret" or "to solve."

Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: The Greek equivalent often associated with interpretation is διερμηνεύω (diermēneuō), Strong's Greek #1329, which also means "to interpret" or "to explain."

Usage: The term "patir" is used in the context of interpreting dreams or visions. It signifies the act of explaining or making known the meaning of something that is otherwise obscure or hidden. In the Hebrew Bible, this term is closely associated with the divine gift of understanding mysteries, particularly those revealed through dreams.

Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient Near Eastern cultures, dreams were often considered messages from the divine realm. The ability to interpret these dreams was highly valued and often associated with wisdom and divine favor. In the biblical narrative, figures like Joseph and Daniel are renowned for their God-given ability to interpret dreams, which played a crucial role in their rise to prominence and influence.

NAS Exhaustive Concordance
Word Origin
see patar.

Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
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From patar; open, i.e. Unoccupied -- free.

see HEBREW patar

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