Strong's Lexicon oach: Falcon, owl Original Word: אֹחַ Word Origin: Derived from an unused root meaning to breathe Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: There is no direct Greek equivalent in the Strong's Concordance for "oach," as it is specific to the Hebrew dietary laws. However, the concept of unclean animals is addressed in the New Testament, such as in Acts 10:14, where Peter speaks of not eating anything impure or unclean. Usage: The Hebrew word "oach" refers to a type of bird, often translated as "falcon" or "owl" in English. It is used in the context of the dietary laws given to the Israelites, where certain birds are listed as unclean and not to be eaten. Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient Israel, dietary laws were a significant aspect of religious and cultural identity. Birds of prey, such as the falcon or owl, were considered unclean due to their scavenging nature and diet, which often included carrion. These laws served to set the Israelites apart from surrounding nations and to promote health and ritual purity. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom an unused word Definition owl NASB Translation owls (1). Brown-Driver-Briggs [אֹחַ] noun [masculine] jackal (Assyrian a—û Dlw) plural אֹחִים Isaiah 13:21 ׳וּמָֽלְאוּ בָּֽתֵּיהֶם א "" צִיִּים). II. אחח? Strong's Exhaustive Concordance doleful creature Probably from 'ach; a howler or lonesome wild animal -- doleful creature. see HEBREW 'ach Forms and Transliterations אֹחִ֑ים אחים ’ō·ḥîm ’ōḥîm oChimLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance Isaiah 13:21 HEB: וּמָלְא֥וּ בָתֵּיהֶ֖ם אֹחִ֑ים וְשָׁ֤כְנוּ שָׁם֙ NAS: will be full of owls; Ostriches KJV: shall be full of doleful creatures; and owls INT: will be full and their houses of owls will live there |
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