Strong's Lexicon yesaph: To add, increase, do again, continue Original Word: יסַף Word Origin: A primitive root Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: - G4369 (προστίθημι, prostithēmi) - to add, to place additionally - G4129 (πληθύνω, plēthynō) - to multiply, to increase Usage: The Hebrew verb "yesaph" primarily means "to add" or "to increase." It is used in various contexts throughout the Old Testament, often implying the act of adding something to what already exists, whether it be numbers, actions, or intensity. It can also mean to continue or to do something again, indicating repetition or continuation. Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient Hebrew culture, the concept of addition or increase was significant, especially in terms of family, wealth, and blessings. The idea of God adding to one's life or blessings was seen as a sign of divine favor. The verb "yesaph" reflects this cultural value, emphasizing growth, multiplication, and the continuation of God's promises to His people. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Origin(Aramaic) corresponding to yasaph Definition to add NASB Translation added (1). Strong's Exhaustive Concordance add (Aramaic) corresponding to yacaph -- add. see HEBREW yacaph Forms and Transliterations ה֥וּסְפַת הוספת hū·sə·p̄aṯ Husefat hūsəp̄aṯLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance Daniel 4:36 HEB: וּרְב֥וּ יַתִּירָ֖ה ה֥וּסְפַת לִֽי׃ NAS: greatness was added to me. KJV: majesty was added unto me. INT: greatness and surpassing was added 1 Occurrence |
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