Strong's Lexicon mabad: Separation, solitude, isolation Original Word: מַעְבָּד Word Origin: Derived from the root verb בָּדַד (badad), meaning "to separate" or "to be alone." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: The Greek equivalent concept can be found in terms like ἁγιασμός (hagiasmos), meaning "sanctification" or "holiness," which also conveys the idea of being set apart for God. Usage: The term "mabad" is used to denote a state of being set apart or isolated. It can refer to physical separation, such as being alone in a place, or metaphorical separation, such as being set apart for a specific purpose or role. In the biblical context, it often carries a connotation of divine purpose or calling, where individuals or groups are separated for God's work or to maintain purity. Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient Israelite society, the concept of separation was significant both in religious and social contexts. The Israelites were called to be a people set apart from other nations, adhering to specific laws and customs that distinguished them. This idea of separation is deeply rooted in the covenant relationship between God and His people, where holiness and purity were paramount. The practice of setting apart individuals, such as the Nazarites, or places, like the Holy of Holies, underscores the importance of mabad in maintaining a distinct identity and purpose. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom abad Definition work NASB Translation works (1). Brown-Driver-Briggs [מַעְבָּד] noun [masculine] work (late form; Biblical Aramaic מַעֲבַד); — plural suffix מַעְבָּדֵיהֶם Job 34:25. Strong's Exhaustive Concordance work From abad; an act -- work. see HEBREW abad Forms and Transliterations מַעְבָּֽדֵיהֶ֑ם מעבדיהם ma‘·bā·ḏê·hem ma‘bāḏêhem mabadeiHemLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance Job 34:25 HEB: לָכֵ֗ן יַ֭כִּיר מַעְבָּֽדֵיהֶ֑ם וְהָ֥פַךְ לַ֝֗יְלָה NAS: He knows their works, And He overthrows KJV: Therefore he knoweth their works, and he overturneth INT: Therefore knows their works overthrows the night 1 Occurrence |
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