Strong's Lexicon dikken: To prepare, to make right, to establish Original Word: דִּכֵּן Word Origin: Derived from a root that implies making straight or right. Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: The Greek equivalent often used in the Septuagint and the New Testament is "κατασκευάζω" (kataskeuazo), which also means to prepare or make ready. This is seen in passages like Hebrews 11:7, where Noah is described as preparing the ark. Usage: The Hebrew verb "dikken" is used to convey the act of preparing or making something right or straight. It often implies a sense of establishing or setting something in order, whether it be a path, a plan, or a situation. The term can be used in both literal and metaphorical contexts, indicating physical preparation or spiritual and moral rectitude. Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient Hebrew culture, the concept of preparation and making things right was deeply embedded in both daily life and religious practice. The Israelites were often called to prepare themselves for worship, battle, or significant events, reflecting a broader cultural emphasis on readiness and order. This preparation was not only physical but also spiritual, as seen in the rituals and laws that governed their lives. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Origin(Aramaic) from dek Definition this, that. Brown-Driver-Briggs דִּכֵּן demonstrative pronoun common this, that; only Daniel; Ezra uses דֵח (דֵּח + demonstrative affix. n, WCG 111); — Daniel 2:31 ׳צַלְמָא ד, Daniel 7:20,21 ׳קַרְנָא ד. Strong's Exhaustive Concordance same, that, this (Aramaic) prolonged from dek; this -- same, that, this. see HEBREW dek Forms and Transliterations דִּכֵּ֥ן דִכֵּ֔ן דִכֵּ֜ן דכן dik·kên ḏik·kên dikKen dikkên ḏikkênLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance Daniel 2:31 HEB: שַׂגִּ֔יא צַלְמָ֨א דִּכֵּ֥ן רַ֛ב וְזִיוֵ֥הּ KJV: a great image. This great image, INT: great statue This was large splendor Daniel 7:20 Daniel 7:21 3 Occurrences |
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