Strong's Lexicon esh or eshsha: Fire Original Word: אֵשׁ Word Origin: Derived from an unused root probably meaning to be fiery or to burn. Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: - G4442 (πῦρ, pyr): The Greek equivalent for "fire," used in the New Testament to describe both literal and metaphorical fire, such as the tongues of fire at Pentecost (Acts 2:3) and the lake of fire in Revelation (Revelation 20:14). Usage: The Hebrew word "esh" primarily denotes "fire" in the Old Testament. It is used both literally and metaphorically. Literally, it refers to physical fire, such as the fire used for cooking, warmth, or sacrifices. Metaphorically, it can symbolize God's presence, judgment, purification, or the Holy Spirit. Fire is often associated with divine power and holiness, as seen in the burning bush (Exodus 3:2) and the pillar of fire that guided the Israelites (Exodus 13:21). Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient Israelite culture, fire was a crucial element for daily life, used for cooking, heating, and religious rituals. It was also a symbol of God's presence and power. The sacrificial system in the Tabernacle and later the Temple involved fire as a means of offering sacrifices to God. Fire also represented God's judgment, as seen in the destruction of Sodom and Gomorrah (Genesis 19:24) and the consuming fire on Mount Sinai (Exodus 19:18). NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Origin(Aramaic) corresponding to esh Definition a fire NASB Translation fire (1). Strong's Exhaustive Concordance flame (Aramaic) corresponding to 'esh -- flame. see HEBREW 'esh Forms and Transliterations אֶשָּֽׁא׃ אשא׃ ’eš·šā ’eššā eshShaLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance Daniel 7:11 HEB: וִיהִיבַ֖ת לִיקֵדַ֥ת אֶשָּֽׁא׃ NAS: and given to the burning fire. KJV: and given to the burning flame. INT: and given to the burning fire |
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