Strong's Lexicon abaqah: Dust, powder Original Word: אֲבָקָה Word Origin: Derived from the root אָבַק (abaq), meaning "to dust" or "to wrestle." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: The Greek equivalent often used in the Septuagint for dust is κονιορτός (koniortos), Strong's Greek #2868, which also conveys the idea of fine particles or dust. Usage: The term "abaqah" refers to fine particles of dust or powder. In the Hebrew Bible, it is often used metaphorically to describe insignificance, transience, or the aftermath of destruction. It can also denote the physical dust that covers the ground or is stirred up by movement. Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient Near Eastern cultures, dust was a common symbol of mortality and humility. People would sit in dust or cover themselves with it as a sign of mourning or repentance. The arid climate of the region made dust a prevalent part of daily life, influencing its frequent metaphorical use in the Scriptures. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfem. of abaq Definition powder NASB Translation scented powders (1). Brown-Driver-Briggs [אֲבָקָה or אַבְקָה] noun feminine probably collective, construct אַבְקַת רוֺכֵל Songs 3:6 powders of merchant = scent-powders. (On formation compare LagBN 81.) Strong's Exhaustive Concordance powder Feminine of 'abaq -- powder. see HEBREW 'abaq Forms and Transliterations אַבְקַ֥ת אבקת ’aḇ·qaṯ ’aḇqaṯ avKatLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel Texts |
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