Strong's Lexicon chad: Sharp, one Original Word: חַד Word Origin: Derived from a root word meaning "to be sharp" or "to be one." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: The Greek equivalent often associated with the concept of sharpness is "ὀξύς" (oxys), meaning sharp or keen. For the idea of oneness, "εἷς" (heis) is used, meaning one or single. Usage: The Hebrew word "chad" primarily conveys the idea of sharpness, often used in the context of a sharp edge or point. It can also imply singularity or unity, as in the concept of being "one." This dual meaning reflects the word's versatility in describing both physical attributes and abstract concepts. Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient Hebrew culture, the concept of sharpness was significant, especially in the context of tools and weapons. A sharp tool was essential for effective work in agriculture and craftsmanship, while a sharp weapon was crucial for defense and warfare. The idea of unity or oneness also held deep theological significance, particularly in the context of monotheism and the unity of God's people. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom achad Definition sharp NASB Translation sharp (4). Brown-Driver-Briggs II. חַד see below חדד. II. [חַד] adjective sharp — only feminine singular חַדָּה, of חֶרֶב Ezekiel 5:1; in figure of tongue Psalm 57:5; simile of mouth Isaiah 49:2; figurative of end of (i.e. final experience with) strange woman כְּחֶרֶב פִיּוֺת ׳ח Proverbs 5:4 ("" מָרָ֯ה כַלַּעֲנָה). — 1. חַד see below אֶחָד. חַדָּה see עֵין חַדָּה. Strong's Exhaustive Concordance sharp From chadad; sharp -- sharp. see HEBREW chadad Forms and Transliterations חַ֝דָּ֗ה חַדָּ֔ה חַדָּ֗ה חַדָּֽה׃ חדה חדה׃ chadDah ḥad·dāh ḥaddāhLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance Psalm 57:4 HEB: וּ֝לְשׁוֹנָ֗ם חֶ֣רֶב חַדָּֽה׃ NAS: And their tongue a sharp sword. KJV: and their tongue a sharp sword. INT: and their tongue sword A sharp Proverbs 5:4 Isaiah 49:2 Ezekiel 5:1 4 Occurrences |
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