Strong's Lexicon hek: Lamentation, wailing Original Word: הֵיךְ Word Origin: Derived from an unused root meaning to be soft or to melt. Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: The Greek equivalent often associated with lamentation is "θρῆνος" (threnos), which also denotes a song of lament or mourning. This term is used in the Septuagint and the New Testament to convey similar themes of sorrow and mourning. Usage: The Hebrew word "hek" is used to denote a form of lamentation or wailing, often associated with mourning or deep sorrow. It reflects an emotional response to loss, distress, or calamity. In the biblical context, it is typically used to describe the cries of individuals or communities in times of great distress or judgment. Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient Israelite culture, lamentation was a significant part of mourning rituals. It was common for individuals and communities to express their grief through loud cries, wailing, and sometimes even professional mourners. This practice was not only a personal expression of sorrow but also a communal activity that reinforced social bonds and collective memory. Lamentations were often accompanied by other mourning practices such as wearing sackcloth, sitting in ashes, and fasting. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Origina prim. adverb Definition how? NASB Translation how (2). Brown-Driver-Briggs הֵיךְ adverb how? (היך,  , id., in Palestinian Aramaic, as Job 21:34 ᵑ7, Genesis 3:9; Deuteronomy 1:12 ᵑ7Pa J; Matthew 22:12 ᵑ6: Jerusalem (though usually these words have the force of as), and in הֵיכְדֵין how, then? Psalm 73:11 + ᵑ7; compare BevDan.p. 29) — only twice, in late Hebrew, 1 Chronicles 13:12 ("" 2 Samuel 6:9 אֵיךְ), Daniel 10:17. Strong's Exhaustive Concordance how Another form for 'eyk; how? -- how. see HEBREW 'eyk Forms and Transliterations הֵ֚יךְ היך וְהֵ֣יךְ והיך heich hêḵ veHeich wə·hêḵ wəhêḵLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance 1 Chronicles 13:12 HEB: הַה֖וּא לֵאמֹ֑ר הֵ֚יךְ אָבִ֣יא אֵלַ֔י NAS: saying, How can I bring KJV: saying, How shall I bring INT: he saying How bring about Daniel 10:17 2 Occurrences |
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