918. badaq

Lexicon

badaq: To inspect, examine, search

Original Word: בָּדק
Part of Speech: Verb
Transliteration: badaq
Pronunciation: bah-dak'
Phonetic Spelling: (baw-dak')
Definition: To inspect, examine, search
Meaning: to mend a, breach

Strong's Exhaustive Concordance

repair

A primitive root; to gap open; used only as a denominative from bedeq; to mend a breach -- repair.

see HEBREW bedeq

NAS Exhaustive Concordance

Word Origin
denominative verb from bedeq
Definition
to mend, repair
NASB Translation
restore (1).

Brown-Driver-Briggs

[בָּדַק] verb denominative mend, repair, only

Qal Infinitive construct לִבְדוֺק וּלְחַזֵּק הַבָּ֑יִת2Chronicles 34:10.

[בָּדַק]

verb denominative mend fissures (of); —

Qal Infinitive construct לִדְבּוֺק2Chronicles 34:10 (+ וּלְחַזֵּק; accusative הַבָּ֑יִת).

Topical Lexicon

Word Origin: A primitive root

Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: The corresponding Greek entry in Strong's Concordance is G643 (ἀποκαταλλάσσω, apokatallassō), which means to reconcile or restore. This Greek term shares a thematic connection with בָּדַק in the sense of bringing about restoration and healing, whether in physical, relational, or spiritual contexts. The concept of reconciliation in the New Testament often involves the restoration of relationships between individuals and God, echoing the restorative actions described by בָּדַק in the Hebrew Scriptures.

Usage: The verb בָּדַק (bādaq) is used in the context of repairing or mending, particularly in relation to breaches or damages. It conveys the action of restoring or fixing something that is broken or in disrepair.

Context: The Hebrew verb בָּדַק (bādaq) appears in the context of repairing or mending breaches, often associated with physical structures such as walls or buildings. This term is used to describe the act of restoration, emphasizing the importance of maintaining integrity and stability in structures. The concept of mending a breach can also be metaphorically extended to relationships or communities, highlighting the need for reconciliation and restoration.

In the Old Testament, the usage of בָּדַק is often linked to the maintenance of the temple or other significant structures, underscoring the importance of preserving sacred spaces and ensuring their continued function and sanctity. The act of mending a breach is not merely a physical task but also carries spiritual and communal implications, reflecting the broader biblical theme of restoration and wholeness.

Forms and Transliterations

לִבְדּ֥וֹק לבדוק liḇ·dō·wq liḇdōwq livDok

Englishman's Concordance

2 Chronicles 34:10
HEB: בְּבֵ֣ית יְהוָ֔ה לִבְדּ֥וֹק וּלְחַזֵּ֖ק הַבָּֽיִת׃
NAS: used it to restore and repair
KJV: of the LORD, to repair and amend
INT: the house of the LORD to restore and repair the house

1 Occurrence

Strong's Hebrew 918
1 Occurrence

liḇ·dō·wq — 1 Occ.