760. Aram Tsobah

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Aram Tsobah: Aram-Zobah

Original Word: אֲרַם צוֹבָה
Part of Speech: Proper Name Location
Transliteration: Aram Tsobah
Pronunciation: ah-RAHM tso-BAH
Phonetic Spelling: (ar-am' tso-baw')
Definition: Aram-Zobah
Meaning: Aram of Tsoba

Strong's Exhaustive Concordance

Aram-zobah

From 'Aram and Tsowba'; Aram of Tsoba (or Coele-Syria) -- Aram-zobah.

see HEBREW 'Aram

see HEBREW Tsowba'

NAS Exhaustive Concordance

Word Origin
see Aram and Tsoba.

Topical Lexicon

Word Origin: Derived from אֲרַם (Aram) and צוֹבָה (Tsoba)

Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: There are no direct corresponding Strong's Greek entries for Aram Tsoba, as it is a proper noun specific to the Hebrew Bible and its historical context. However, references to Aramean regions and peoples in the Septuagint (the Greek translation of the Hebrew Bible) may use transliterations or equivalent terms to describe similar entities.

Usage: This proper noun refers to a specific geographical and political entity in the ancient Near East, often mentioned in the context of military campaigns and territorial disputes involving Israel.

Context: Aram Tsoba, also known as Zobah, was a significant Aramean kingdom located in the region of modern-day Syria. It is frequently mentioned in the Hebrew Bible, particularly in the historical narratives concerning the reigns of King Saul and King David. The kingdom of Aram Tsoba was known for its wealth and military prowess, often engaging in conflicts with the Israelites.

In the biblical account, Aram Tsoba is first mentioned during the reign of King Saul, who fought against its forces (1 Samuel 14:47). The kingdom reached its peak during the time of King David, who successfully subdued it, thereby expanding his own territory and influence (2 Samuel 8:3-8). The conquest of Aram Tsoba was a significant achievement for David, as it secured Israel's northern borders and provided access to important trade routes.

The Berean Standard Bible (BSB) references Aram Tsoba in several passages, highlighting its role in the regional power dynamics of the time. For example, 2 Samuel 10:6-19 describes a coalition of Aramean states, including Aram Tsoba, that opposed Israel but were ultimately defeated by David's forces.

Aram Tsoba's historical and geographical significance is further underscored by its mention in other ancient Near Eastern texts, which corroborate its existence and interactions with neighboring states. The kingdom's decline is attributed to the rise of other regional powers and internal strife, leading to its eventual absorption into larger empires.

Forms and Transliterations

צ֫וֹבָ֥ה צובה ṣō·w·ḇāh ṣōwḇāh tzoVah

Englishman's Concordance

Psalm 60:1
HEB: וְאֶת־ אֲרַ֪ם צ֫וֹבָ֥ה וַיָּ֤שָׁב יוֹאָ֗ב
KJV: with Aramnaharaim and with Aramzobah, when Joab
INT: Aham-naharaim for Aramzobah restore Joab

1 Occurrence

Strong's Hebrew 760
1 Occurrence

ṣō·w·ḇāh — 1 Occ.