◄ 3661. kanan ►
Strong's Lexicon
kanan: To establish, to make firm, to secure

Original Word: כָּנַן
Part of Speech: Noun Feminine
Transliteration: kanan
Pronunciation: kah-nan'
Phonetic Spelling: (kaw-nan')
Definition: To establish, to make firm, to secure
Meaning: to set out, plant

Word Origin: A primitive root

Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: The Greek equivalent often used in the Septuagint for similar concepts is "στερεόω" (stereoō), which also means to make firm or establish.

Usage: The Hebrew verb "kanan" primarily conveys the idea of establishing or making something firm and secure. It is often used in contexts where stability, security, or permanence is emphasized. This can refer to physical structures, such as buildings or cities, as well as metaphorical concepts like a person's position or status.

Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient Israelite culture, the concept of establishing or securing something was significant, especially in the context of land, family, and covenant relationships. The Israelites placed a high value on the security and permanence of their inheritance, both physically and spiritually. The idea of God establishing His people and His covenant with them is a recurring theme throughout the Hebrew Scriptures.

NAS Exhaustive Concordance
Word Origin
see kannah.

Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
vineyard

A primitive root; to set out, i.e. Plant -- X vineyard.

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