Strong's Lexicon nisseth: Tested, tried Original Word: נִשֵּׂאת Word Origin: Derived from the root נָסָה (nasah), which means "to test" or "to try." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: The Greek equivalent often used in the Septuagint for testing is πειράζω (peirazō), Strong's Greek #3985, which also means "to test" or "to tempt." Usage: The Hebrew verb "nisseth" is used to describe the act of testing or trying, often in the context of God testing the faithfulness, obedience, or character of His people. It implies a process of examination or proving, where the true nature or quality of something is revealed. Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient Israelite culture, testing was a common theme, both in religious and everyday life. Tests were seen as opportunities for growth and demonstration of faithfulness. The concept of God testing His people is prevalent throughout the Old Testament, reflecting the covenant relationship between God and Israel, where obedience and faith were continually evaluated. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originthe same as nasa, q.v. Brown-Driver-Briggs נִשֵּׂאת 2 Samuel 19:43 see נשׂא Niph`al. Strong's Exhaustive Concordance gift Passive participle feminine of nasa'; something taken, i.e. A present -- gift. see HEBREW nasa' Forms and Transliterations נִשֵּׂ֥את נשאת niś·śêṯ nisSet niśśêṯLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance 2 Samuel 19:42 HEB: הַמֶּ֔לֶךְ אִם־ נִשֵּׂ֥את נִשָּׂ֖א לָֽנוּ׃ KJV: [cost]? or hath he given us any gift? INT: the king's or gift has anything 1 Occurrence |
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