Strong's Lexicon uq: To totter, to be unstable, to be weak Original Word: עוּק Word Origin: A primitive root Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Greek equivalent for "עוּק" (uq), the concept of instability can be found in Greek words such as "ἀσθενής" (asthenēs - G772), meaning weak or feeble, and "σαλεύω" (saleuō - G4531), meaning to shake or totter. Usage: The Hebrew verb "עוּק" (uq) conveys the idea of instability or weakness, often in a physical or metaphorical sense. It is used to describe a state of tottering or wavering, suggesting a lack of firmness or strength. This term can be applied to physical objects, individuals, or even nations that are in a state of vulnerability or uncertainty. Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient Hebrew culture, stability and strength were highly valued, both in physical structures and in personal character. The concept of tottering or being unstable would have been seen as undesirable, often associated with impending danger or failure. This term reflects the importance of having a firm foundation, whether in one's personal life, community, or relationship with God. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Origina prim. root Definition perhaps to totter, cause tottering NASB Translation weighted down (2). Brown-Driver-Briggs [עוּק] verb dubious (if correct, Aramaic form (compare עוּק,  ) for צוּק press, so Thes and others); — only Hiph`il Imperfect3feminine singular תָּעִיק Amos 2:13, Participle מֵעִיק vAmos 2:13; but read probably תָּפוּק, מֵפִיק totter, cause tottering Hi We Now Dr. Strong's Exhaustive Concordance be pressed A primitive root; to pack -- be pressed. Forms and Transliterations מֵעִ֖יק מעיק תָּעִיק֙ תעיק mê‘îq mê·‘îq meIk tā‘îq tā·‘îq taIkLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance Amos 2:13 HEB: הִנֵּ֛ה אָנֹכִ֥י מֵעִ֖יק תַּחְתֵּיכֶ֑ם כַּאֲשֶׁ֤ר NAS: Behold, I am weighted down beneath KJV: Behold, I am pressed under you, as a cart INT: Behold I am weighted beneath after Amos 2:13 2 Occurrences |
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