Strong's Lexicon Amtsi: Amzi Original Word: אַמְצִי Word Origin: Derived from the Hebrew root אָמַץ (amats), meaning "to be strong" or "to be courageous." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: There is no direct Greek equivalent for the Hebrew name Amtsi in the Strong's Greek Dictionary. However, the concept of strength and courage is often represented by Greek words such as ἰσχύς (ischys) meaning "strength" or "might." Usage: The name "Amtsi" or "Amzi" is used in the Hebrew Bible as a personal name. It carries the connotation of strength or courage, reflecting the root from which it is derived. In the context of biblical names, it often signifies a person who embodies or is associated with strength. Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient Israelite culture, names were often given to reflect characteristics, divine attributes, or aspirations for the individual. The name Amtsi, derived from a root meaning strength, would have been a desirable attribute, especially in a society that valued courage and resilience. Names like Amtsi would have been common among the Israelites, who often named their children to reflect their faith in God's strength and protection. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom amets Definition two Isr. NASB Translation Amzi (2). Brown-Driver-Briggs אַמְצִי proper name, masculine 1 a Levite 1 Chronicles 6:31. 2 man of priestly line Nehemiah 11:12 (not in "" 1 Chronicles 9:12). Strong's Exhaustive Concordance Amzi From 'amats; strong; Amtsi, an Israelite -- Amzi. see HEBREW 'amats Forms and Transliterations אַמְצִ֣י אַמְצִ֥י אמצי ’am·ṣî ’amṣî amTziLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance 1 Chronicles 6:46 HEB: בֶּן־ אַמְצִ֥י בֶן־ בָּנִ֖י NAS: the son of Amzi, the son of Bani, KJV: The son of Amzi, the son of Bani, INT: the son of Amzi the son of Bani Nehemiah 11:12 2 Occurrences |