Strong's Lexicon i: Crown, wreath, garland Original Word: עַי Word Origin: Derived from the root עָטַר (atar), meaning "to surround" or "to crown." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: - Strong's Greek 4735: στέφανος (stephanos) - A crown, often used metaphorically in the New Testament to denote a reward or honor, such as the "crown of life" in James 1:12. Usage: The Hebrew word עֲטָרָה (atarah) primarily denotes a "crown" or "wreath," often symbolizing honor, authority, or victory. In the Old Testament, it is used both literally, as a physical crown worn by kings or priests, and metaphorically, representing glory, wisdom, or the reward of a righteous life. Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient Israel, crowns were significant symbols of power and status. They were worn by kings, priests, and sometimes by brides and grooms during weddings. Crowns could be made of various materials, including gold, silver, or even flowers, depending on the occasion and the wearer's status. The concept of a crown also extended to symbolize divine favor and blessing, as seen in the wisdom literature and prophetic writings. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom avah Definition a ruin, heap of ruins NASB Translation heap of ruins (3), ruins (2). Brown-Driver-Briggs עִי noun [masculine] ruin, heap of ruins; — ׳ע absolute Job 30:24, construct Micah 1:6; plural עִיִּין (Aramaic form) Micah 3:12, but עִיִּים in the quotation Jeremiah 26:18, and Psalm 79:1. Strong's Exhaustive Concordance heap From avah; a ruin (as if overturned) -- heap. see HEBREW avah Forms and Transliterations לְעִ֥י לְעִיִּֽים׃ לעי לעיים׃ עִיִּ֣ים עִיִּ֣ין עיים עיין ‘î·yîm ‘î·yîn ‘îyîm ‘îyîn iYim iYin lə‘î lə‘îyîm lə·‘î lə·‘î·yîm leI leiYimLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance Psalm 79:1 HEB: אֶת־ יְרוּשָׁלִַ֣ם לְעִיִּֽים׃ NAS: They have laid Jerusalem in ruins. KJV: they have laid Jerusalem on heaps. INT: have laid Jerusalem ruins Jeremiah 26:18 Micah 1:6 Micah 3:12 4 Occurrences |
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