Strong's Lexicon otsmah: Strength, might, power Original Word: עָצְּמָהָ Word Origin: Derived from the root עָצַם (atsam), which means "to be strong" or "to be mighty." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: - G2479 (ischus) - strength, might - G1411 (dynamis) - power, ability Usage: The Hebrew word "otsmah" refers to strength or might, often used to describe physical power or the strength of a nation. It conveys the idea of robust power and the ability to exert force or influence. In the biblical context, it can refer to both human and divine strength. Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient Israel, strength was a valued attribute, often associated with military prowess, leadership, and divine favor. The concept of strength was not only physical but also moral and spiritual, reflecting one's ability to uphold God's commandments and lead others in righteousness. The Israelites often attributed their victories and successes to the strength given by God, emphasizing their dependence on divine power rather than mere human ability. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom atsom Definition might NASB Translation might (1), power (2). Brown-Driver-Briggs עָצְמָה noun feminine might; — Isaiah 40:29 ("" כֹּהַ). Strong's Exhaustive Concordance abundance, strength Feminine of otsem; powerfulness; by extension, numerousness -- abundance, strength. see HEBREW otsem Forms and Transliterations בְּעָצְמַ֥ת בעצמת עָצְמָ֛ה עָצְמָ֥ה עצמה ‘ā·ṣə·māh ‘āṣəmāh atzeMah bə‘āṣəmaṯ bə·‘ā·ṣə·maṯ beatzeMatLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance Isaiah 40:29 HEB: וּלְאֵ֥ין אוֹנִ֖ים עָצְמָ֥ה יַרְבֶּֽה׃ NAS: might He increases power. KJV: he increaseth strength. INT: lacks might power increases Isaiah 47:9 Nahum 3:9 3 Occurrences |
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