Strong's Lexicon abdan: Destruction, ruin Original Word: אַבְדָן Word Origin: Derived from the root אָבַד (avad), meaning "to perish" or "to destroy." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: The Greek equivalent often used in the Septuagint (LXX) for concepts of destruction is ἀπώλεια (apoleia), Strong's Greek #684, which also conveys the idea of ruin or loss. Usage: The term "abdan" is used in the Hebrew Bible to denote a state of destruction or ruin. It often conveys the idea of complete loss or devastation, whether in a physical, moral, or spiritual sense. The word is typically used in contexts where the consequences of sin or divine judgment are being described. Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient Israelite culture, the concept of destruction was closely tied to the covenant relationship between God and His people. Obedience to God's commandments was believed to bring blessings and prosperity, while disobedience led to destruction and ruin. The use of "abdan" in the Hebrew Bible reflects this understanding, often serving as a warning of the consequences of turning away from God. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom abad Definition destruction NASB Translation destroying (1), destruction (1). Brown-Driver-Briggs אַבְדָ֑ן, & אָבְדַן (construct) noun [masculine] destruction (Syriac  ) Esther 9:5 (׳מַכַּתחֶֿרֶב וְהֶרֶג וְא), Esther 8:6; (on form see BeRy; Ol§ 215 b. 1 BaNB 49, 487). Strong's Exhaustive Concordance destruction From 'abad; a perishing -- destruction. see HEBREW 'abad Forms and Transliterations וְאַבְדָ֑ן ואבדן veavDan wə’aḇḏān wə·’aḇ·ḏānLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance Esther 9:5 HEB: חֶ֥רֶב וְהֶ֖רֶג וְאַבְדָ֑ן וַיַּֽעֲשׂ֥וּ בְשֹׂנְאֵיהֶ֖ם NAS: killing and destroying; and they did KJV: and slaughter, and destruction, and did INT: the sword killing and destroying did hated 1 Occurrence |
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