Strong's Lexicon yaah: To be suitable, to be fitting, to be proper Original Word: יָאָה Word Origin: A primitive root Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: The Greek equivalent often used in the Septuagint and the New Testament for similar concepts of propriety and suitability is Strong's Greek 2520 (καθίστημι - kathistēmi), which means to set, appoint, or establish, often in a manner that is fitting or proper. Usage: The Hebrew verb "yaah" conveys the idea of something being suitable, proper, or fitting. It is used to describe actions, behaviors, or conditions that align with what is considered appropriate or right in a given context. This term often implies a sense of moral or ethical propriety, suggesting that something is not only suitable but also aligns with divine or societal standards. Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient Hebrew culture, the concept of something being "fitting" or "proper" was deeply intertwined with the community's understanding of righteousness and holiness. The Israelites were guided by the Law, which provided a framework for what was considered appropriate behavior in various aspects of life, including worship, social interactions, and personal conduct. The use of "yaah" would have resonated with the audience's understanding of living in accordance with God's will and the established norms of their society. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Origina prim. root Definition to befit, be befitting NASB Translation due (1). Brown-Driver-Briggs [יָאָה] verb befit, be befitting (Late Hebrew ᵑ7 יָאֵי, יָאֶה adjective worthy, fitting, fine; יָאוּת adverb right, well; Phoenician יא fair; Syriac  adjective for נאוה Psalm 33:1, πρέπει Matthew 3:15) — Qal Perfect לְךָ יָאָ֑תָה Jeremiah 10:7, for thee it (i.e. fear) is befitting, late Aramaism. יְאוֺר see יְאֹר. יַאֲזַנְיָ֫הוּ, יַאֲזַנְיָה see below אזן above יָאִיר, יָאִירִי see below אור above Strong's Exhaustive Concordance appertain A primitive root; to be suitable -- appertain. Forms and Transliterations יָאָ֑תָה יאתה yā’āṯāh yā·’ā·ṯāh yaAtahLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance Jeremiah 10:7 HEB: כִּ֥י לְךָ֖ יָאָ֑תָה כִּ֣י בְכָל־ NAS: Indeed it is Your due! For among all KJV: of nations? for to thee doth it appertain: forasmuch as among all the wise INT: of the nations for is your due among all 1 Occurrence |
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