Strong's Lexicon aresheth: Request, desire, entreaty Original Word: אֲרֶשֶׁת Word Origin: Derived from the root אָרַשׁ (arash), which means "to betroth" or "to engage." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: The Greek equivalent for "aresheth" in the Septuagint and New Testament contexts is often ἔντευξις (enteuxis), which also means petition or intercession. This term is used in passages like 1 Timothy 2:1, where believers are encouraged to make petitions and prayers for all people. Usage: The Hebrew word "aresheth" is used to denote a request or entreaty, often in the context of a plea or supplication. It conveys a sense of earnest desire or petition, typically directed towards God or a person in authority. Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient Israelite culture, making a request or entreaty was a common practice, especially in religious and legal contexts. The act of entreaty was often accompanied by rituals or offerings, reflecting the seriousness and sincerity of the petition. The concept of "aresheth" is deeply rooted in the covenantal relationship between God and His people, where supplication and prayer were integral to maintaining a faithful and obedient life. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom an unused word Definition a desire, request NASB Translation request (1). Brown-Driver-Briggs אֲרֶ֫שֶׁת noun feminine desire, request (Assyrian êrištu Dll.c.) only construct שְׂפָתָיו ׳א Psalm 21:3 ("" תַּאֲוַת לִבּוֺ) request granted by ׳י. אֹרֹת see אוֺרָה. Strong's Exhaustive Concordance request From 'aras (in the sense of desiring to possess); a longing for -- request. see HEBREW 'aras Forms and Transliterations וַאֲרֶ֥שֶׁת וארשת vaaReshet wa’ărešeṯ wa·’ă·re·šeṯLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance Psalm 21:2 HEB: נָתַ֣תָּה לּ֑וֹ וַאֲרֶ֥שֶׁת שְׂ֝פָתָ֗יו בַּל־ NAS: And You have not withheld the request of his lips. KJV: and hast not withholden the request of his lips. INT: his heart's have given the request of his lips have not 1 Occurrence |
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