Strong's Lexicon perash: To declare, to explain, to make distinct Original Word: פְרַשׁ Word Origin: A primitive root Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: - Strong's Greek 1329: διερμηνεύω (diermēneuō) - to interpret, to explain - Strong's Greek 1107: γνωρίζω (gnōrizō) - to make known, to declare Usage: The Hebrew verb "perash" primarily means to declare or explain something clearly. It is used in contexts where clarification or distinction is necessary, often in relation to making known the meaning of a text or a message. This verb emphasizes the act of making something understandable or distinct, often through verbal explanation. Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient Israel, oral tradition and the clear communication of laws, stories, and teachings were vital for maintaining the community's faith and practices. The ability to explain or declare the meaning of texts, especially the Torah, was crucial for religious leaders, scribes, and teachers. This verb reflects the importance of clarity and understanding in the transmission of religious and cultural knowledge. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Origin(Aramaic) corresponding to parash Definition to make distinct NASB Translation translated (1). Strong's Exhaustive Concordance distinctly (Aramaic) corresponding to parash; to specify -- distinctly. see HEBREW parash Forms and Transliterations מְפָרַ֥שׁ מפרש mə·p̄ā·raš mefaRash məp̄ārašLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance Ezra 4:18 HEB: שְׁלַחְתּ֖וּן עֲלֶ֑ינָא מְפָרַ֥שׁ קֱרִ֖י קָדָמָֽי׃ NAS: you sent to us has been translated and read KJV: unto us hath been plainly read INT: sent us has been translated and read before 1 Occurrence |