555. omets
Strong's Lexicon
omets: Strength, courage, firmness

Original Word: אֹמֶץ
Part of Speech: Noun Masculine
Transliteration: omets
Pronunciation: OH-mets
Phonetic Spelling: (o'-mets)
Definition: Strength, courage, firmness
Meaning: strength

Word Origin: Derived from the root אָמַץ (amats), which means "to be strong" or "to be courageous."

Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: The Greek equivalent often associated with the concept of strength and courage is ἀνδρεία (andreia), which also denotes bravery and valor. Another related term is θάρσος (tharsos), meaning courage or confidence.

Usage: The Hebrew word "omets" conveys the idea of inner strength, courage, and firmness of heart. It is often used in contexts that emphasize the need for moral and spiritual fortitude, especially in the face of adversity or challenges. This term underscores the importance of having a resolute spirit and unwavering determination.

Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient Israelite culture, strength and courage were highly valued traits, especially for leaders and warriors. The concept of "omets" would have been integral to the identity of the people of Israel, who often faced external threats and needed to rely on their faith and inner strength. The Hebrew Bible frequently encourages believers to be strong and courageous, reflecting a cultural emphasis on resilience and trust in God.

NAS Exhaustive Concordance
Word Origin
from amets
Definition
strength
NASB Translation
stronger (1).

Brown-Driver-Briggs
אֹ֫מֶץ noun [masculine] strength, figurative טֳהָריָֿדַיִם יֹסִיף אֹ֑מֶץ Job 17:9 the clean of hands increaseth strength.

Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
stronger

From 'amats; strength -- stronger.

see HEBREW 'amats

Forms and Transliterations
אֹֽמֶץ׃ אמץ׃ ’ō·meṣ ’ōmeṣ Ometz
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Englishman's Concordance
Job 17:9
HEB: יָ֝דַ֗יִם יֹסִ֥יף אֹֽמֶץ׃
NAS: hands will grow stronger and stronger.
KJV: hands shall be stronger and stronger.
INT: hands will grow stronger

1 Occurrence

Strong's Hebrew 555
1 Occurrence


’ō·meṣ — 1 Occ.















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