Strong's Lexicon tus: To dart, to fly swiftly Original Word: טוּשׂ Word Origin: A primitive root Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: The Greek equivalent often used in the Septuagint for similar concepts of swiftness includes "ταχύς" (tachus), which also denotes speed and quickness. Usage: The Hebrew verb "tus" conveys the idea of moving quickly or darting, often used in contexts that describe swift motion. It can be applied to both literal and metaphorical situations, emphasizing speed and agility. Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient Hebrew culture, the concept of speed and swiftness was often associated with strength and power. The ability to move quickly was valued in various aspects of life, from warfare to daily activities. The imagery of swift movement is also used in the Bible to describe divine intervention or the rapid unfolding of events. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Origina prim. root Definition to rush, dart NASB Translation swoops (1). Brown-Driver-Briggs [טוּשׂ] verb rush, dart (Aramaic  , טוּס fly) — only Qal Imperfect כְּנֶשֶׁר יָטוּשׁ עֲלֵי אֹ֑כֶל Job 9:26 like a vulture, which rusheth upon its food (simile of swiftly passing days of Job's life). Strong's Exhaustive Concordance haste A primitive root; to pounce as a bird of prey -- haste. Forms and Transliterations יָט֥וּשׂ יטוש yā·ṭūś yaTus yāṭūśLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel Texts |
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