Berean Strong's Lexicon qabbel: To receive, to accept Original Word: קַבֵּל Word Origin: Derived from the root קבל (q-b-l), which generally means "to receive" or "to accept." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: The Greek equivalent often used in the Septuagint (LXX) for similar concepts is δέχομαι (dechomai), which also means "to receive" or "to accept." Usage: The Hebrew verb "qabbel" primarily means "to receive" or "to accept." It is used in various contexts, often implying the act of taking something that is offered or given. This can include receiving instructions, accepting a message, or taking on a responsibility. The term suggests a willingness or readiness to accept what is being presented. Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient Hebrew culture, the act of receiving was not merely a passive action but often involved a relational or covenantal aspect. To receive something, especially in a religious or communal context, could imply agreement, acknowledgment, or a commitment to uphold certain values or responsibilities. This is reflective of the broader Near Eastern cultural practices where covenants and agreements were central to societal and religious life. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Origin(Aramaic) corresponding to qabal Definition to receive NASB Translation receive (2), received (1). Strong's Exhaustive Concordance receive, take (Aramaic) corresponding to qabal; to acquire -- receive, take. see HEBREW qabal Forms and Transliterations וִֽיקַבְּלוּן֙ ויקבלון קַבֵּ֖ל קבל תְּקַבְּל֖וּן תקבלון kabBel qab·bêl qabbêl tə·qab·bə·lūn tekabbeLun təqabbəlūn vikabbeLun wî·qab·bə·lūn wîqabbəlūnLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance Daniel 2:6 HEB: וִיקָ֣ר שַׂגִּ֔יא תְּקַבְּל֖וּן מִן־ קֳדָמָ֑י NAS: and its interpretation, you will receive from me gifts KJV: and the interpretation thereof, ye shall receive of INT: honor and great will receive of me Daniel 5:31 Daniel 7:18 3 Occurrences |