Strong's Lexicon emthan: Truth, faithfulness, firmness Original Word: אֵמְתָּנִי Word Origin: Derived from the root אמן (aman), which means to support, confirm, or be faithful. Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: The Greek equivalent often used in the Septuagint and the New Testament is ἀλήθεια (aletheia), Strong's Greek 225, which also means truth or reality. Usage: The Hebrew word "emthan" conveys the idea of truthfulness, reliability, and steadfastness. It is often used to describe the character of God as faithful and true, as well as the expected conduct of His people. In the context of the Hebrew Scriptures, it emphasizes the importance of living a life that reflects God's truth and faithfulness. Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient Israel, truth and faithfulness were highly valued virtues, both in personal conduct and in one's relationship with God. The covenant relationship between God and Israel was founded on mutual faithfulness, with God being the ultimate standard of truth. The Hebrew culture placed a strong emphasis on community and collective responsibility, where truthfulness was essential for maintaining social harmony and justice. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originthe same as emethan, q.v. Brown-Driver-Briggs [אֵימְתָן D§ 35, 1 θ] adjective terrible (ᵑ7 אֵימְתָן, from אֵימְתָא = Biblical Hebrew אֵימָה, q. v. v אים); — feminine singular absolute אֵימְתָנִי (K§ 61, 5)) Daniel 7:7 (on form see PrätZMG lvi (1902), 156 NöBSSW 51, Anm. 3). Strong's Exhaustive Concordance terrible (Aramaic) from a root corresponding to that of mothen; well-loined (i.e. Burly) or mighty -- terrible. see HEBREW mothen Forms and Transliterations וְאֵֽימְתָנִ֨י ואימתני veeimetaNi wə’êməṯānî wə·’ê·mə·ṯā·nîLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance Daniel 7:7 HEB: ק) דְּחִילָה֩ וְאֵֽימְתָנִ֨י וְתַקִּיפָ֜א יַתִּ֗ירָא KJV: dreadful and terrible, and strong INT: fourth dreadful and terrible strong and extremely 1 Occurrence |
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