Strong's Lexicon Eqer: Barren, Sterile Original Word: עֵקֶר Word Origin: Derived from the root עָקַר (akar), meaning "to pluck up" or "to root out." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: The Greek equivalent often used in the Septuagint for the concept of barrenness is "στείρος" (G4723), which also means barren or sterile. Usage: The Hebrew word "Eqer" is used to describe a state of barrenness or sterility, often in the context of land or individuals who are unable to produce offspring. It conveys a sense of being unfruitful or unproductive. Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient Israelite society, fertility was highly valued, and barrenness was often seen as a misfortune or even a divine judgment. The ability to bear children was crucial for the continuation of family lineage and inheritance. Barrenness could lead to social stigma and personal distress, as seen in the stories of several biblical women who were initially barren, such as Sarah, Rebekah, and Hannah. The concept of barrenness also extended metaphorically to land, which was expected to produce crops and sustain life. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom the same as eqer Definition a man of Judah NASB Translation Eker (1). Brown-Driver-Briggs II. עֵ֫קֶר proper name, masculine in Judah 1 Chronicles 2:27, Ακορ, Ικαρ. Strong's Exhaustive Concordance Eker The same as eqer; Eker, an Israelite -- Eker. see HEBREW eqer Forms and Transliterations וָעֵֽקֶר׃ ועקר׃ vaEker wā‘êqer wā·‘ê·qerLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance 1 Chronicles 2:27 HEB: מַ֥עַץ וְיָמִ֖ין וָעֵֽקֶר׃ NAS: were Maaz, Jamin and Eker. KJV: were, Maaz, and Jamin, and Eker. INT: were Maaz Jamin and Eker 1 Occurrence |
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