Berean Strong's Lexicon Artsa: To the land, toward the land, groundward Original Word: אַרְצָה Word Origin: Derived from the root word אֶרֶץ (erets), meaning "land" or "earth." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Greek equivalent for the adverb "Artsa," the concept of land or earth is often translated in the Greek Septuagint as γῆ (gē), which corresponds to Strong's Greek #1093. Usage: The Hebrew word "Artsa" is an adverb that indicates direction or movement toward the land or ground. It is often used in the context of traveling or moving toward a specific geographical location, particularly the land of Israel or a designated place within the narrative of the Hebrew Bible. Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient Israelite culture, the concept of "land" (erets) was deeply significant, often symbolizing God's promise and covenant with His people. The land of Israel was seen as a divine inheritance, a place of rest, and a fulfillment of God's promises to the patriarchs. The use of "Artsa" in the biblical text often underscores the importance of the land in the Israelites' identity and relationship with God. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom erets Definition an Isr. NASB Translation Arza (1). Brown-Driver-Briggs אַרְצָא proper name, masculine chamberlain of Zimri 1 Kings 16:9. Strong's Exhaustive Concordance Arza From 'erets; earthiness; Artsa, an Israelite -- Arza. see HEBREW 'erets Forms and Transliterations אַרְצָ֔א ארצא ’ar·ṣā ’arṣā arTzaLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance 1 Kings 16:9 HEB: שִׁכּ֔וֹר בֵּ֣ית אַרְצָ֔א אֲשֶׁ֥ר עַל־ NAS: in the house of Arza, who KJV: in the house of Arza steward of [his] house INT: drunk the house of Arza who over |