Berean Strong's Lexicon teo: Wild ox, antelope Original Word: תֵּאוֹ Word Origin: Derived from an unused root meaning to long for or desire. Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: There is no direct Greek equivalent in the Strong's Concordance for "תֵּאוֹ" as it is a specific Hebrew term. However, the concept of wild oxen or similar animals can be found in Greek literature and translations of the Hebrew Bible, such as the Septuagint. Usage: The Hebrew word "תֵּאוֹ" (teo) refers to a type of wild animal, often translated as "wild ox" or "antelope" in English. It is used in the context of describing the strength and majesty of certain animals created by God. The term emphasizes the untamed and powerful nature of these creatures, often symbolizing strength and freedom. Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient Near Eastern culture, wild oxen and antelopes were known for their strength and agility. They were often seen as symbols of power and were sometimes associated with deities in surrounding pagan cultures. In the Hebrew Bible, these animals are depicted as part of God's magnificent creation, showcasing His power and creativity. The Israelites would have been familiar with these animals, as they roamed the wilderness areas of the region. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom taah Definition antelope NASB Translation antelope (2). Brown-Driver-Briggs תְּאוֺ noun masculine antelope (whether antilope leucoryx TrNHB 59; FFP 5, or oryx beatrix PostHast. DB Ox; on form see Ol§ 173 g); — absolute ׳ת Deuteronomy 14:5 (clean animal, compare Dr); construct תּוֺא Isaiah 51:20. תַּאֲוָה see תוה, I. אוה. תְּאָלָה see II. אלה. p. 16, 46, 1063 תאם (Buhl after BaNB § 182 b proposes Strong's Exhaustive Concordance wild bull ox And towt (the original form) {toh}; from ta'ah; a species of antelope (probably from the white stripe on the cheek) -- wild bull (ox). see HEBREW ta'ah Forms and Transliterations וּתְא֥וֹ ותאו כְּת֣וֹא כתוא kə·ṯō·w keTo kəṯōw ū·ṯə·’ōw ūṯə’ōw uteOLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance Deuteronomy 14:5 HEB: וְאַקּ֥וֹ וְדִישֹׁ֖ן וּתְא֥וֹ וָזָֽמֶר׃ NAS: the ibex, the antelope and the mountain sheep. KJV: and the pygarg, and the wild ox, and the chamois. INT: the wild the ibex the antelope and the mountain Isaiah 51:20 2 Occurrences |
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