Strong's Lexicon abtit: Gourd, cucumber Original Word: עַבְטִיט Word Origin: Derived from a root that is not widely attested in Hebrew, possibly related to agricultural or botanical terms. Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Greek equivalent for "abtit," the concept of plants providing shade or sustenance can be related to Greek terms like "σίκυος" (sikyos - cucumber) or "κολοκύνθη" (kolokynthe - gourd). Usage: The term "abtit" refers to a type of plant, likely a gourd or cucumber, known for its rapid growth and large leaves. In the context of the Bible, it is used to describe a plant that provides shade or is part of a diet. The word is not frequently used, indicating a specific or rare reference to this plant. Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient Near Eastern cultures, gourds and cucumbers were common in gardens and fields. They were valued for their nutritional content and their ability to provide shade in hot climates. The rapid growth of these plants made them a symbol of God's provision and the transient nature of life. In the agrarian society of ancient Israel, such plants were a familiar part of daily life and sustenance. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom the same as abot Definition weight of pledges, heavy debts NASB Translation loans (1). Brown-Driver-Briggs עַבְטִיט noun [masculine] intensive weight of pledges, heavy debts; — absolute ׳מַכְבִּיד עָלָיו ע Habakkuk 2:6. Strong's Exhaustive Concordance thick clay by a false etym From abat; something pledged, i.e. (collectively) pawned goods -- thick clay (by a false etym.). see HEBREW abat Forms and Transliterations עַבְטִֽיט׃ עבטיט׃ ‘aḇ·ṭîṭ ‘aḇṭîṭ avTitLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance Habakkuk 2:6 HEB: וּמַכְבִּ֥יד עָלָ֖יו עַבְטִֽיט׃ NAS: And makes himself rich with loans?' KJV: [that which is] not his! how long? and to him that ladeth himself with thick clay! INT: how against clay 1 Occurrence |
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