Lexicon aphil: Dark, gloomy Original Word: אָפִיל Strong's Exhaustive Concordance not grown up From the same as 'aphel (in the sense of weakness); unripe -- not grown up. see HEBREW 'aphel NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom the same as ophel Definition late NASB Translation late (1). Brown-Driver-Briggs אָפִיל adjective (darkened, concealed, thence) late, of crops; — אֲמִּילֹת Exodus 9:32 of wheat & spelt. Topical Lexicon Word Origin: Derived from the root אָפַל (Aphal), which means to be dark or to cover.Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: • The corresponding Greek entry is Strong's G3797, ὄψιμος (opsimos), which refers to something late or later, often used in the context of the late rains or harvest. While not a direct translation of "unripe," it shares a thematic connection in terms of timing and readiness, particularly in agricultural contexts. Usage: The word is used in the context of describing fruit that has not yet reached full maturity or ripeness. It is often used metaphorically to describe situations or conditions that are not fully developed or complete. Context: • The term אָפִיל (Aphiyl) appears in the Hebrew Bible to describe fruit that is not yet ripe. This word is used to convey the idea of something that is not ready for harvest or consumption, indicating a state of immaturity or incompleteness. In the agricultural context of ancient Israel, the ripeness of fruit was a significant factor in determining the timing of harvests and the quality of produce. The metaphorical use of "unripe" can extend to describe people, situations, or spiritual conditions that are not yet fully developed or prepared. The concept of ripeness is often associated with readiness and fulfillment, while unripe conditions suggest a need for further growth or maturation. Forms and Transliterations אֲפִילֹ֖ת אפילת ’ă·p̄î·lōṯ ’ăp̄îlōṯ afiLotLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance Exodus 9:32 HEB: נֻכּ֑וּ כִּ֥י אֲפִילֹ֖ת הֵֽנָּה׃ NAS: were not ruined, for they [ripen] late.) KJV: for they [were] not grown up. INT: ruined grown up they 1 Occurrence |
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