Berean Strong's Lexicon ashish: Cake, raisin cake Original Word: אֲשִׁישׁ Word Origin: Derived from an unused root meaning to found or establish Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: There is no direct Greek equivalent in the Strong's Concordance for "ashish," as it is a specific Hebrew cultural item. However, the concept of cakes or offerings can be related to Greek terms for bread or food used in celebrations. Usage: The Hebrew word "ashish" refers to a type of cake, often made with raisins. In the context of the Old Testament, these cakes were typically used in celebrations and offerings. They were considered a delicacy and were associated with joy and festivity. Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient Israel, food played a significant role in religious and social gatherings. Raisin cakes, or "ashishim," were not only a treat but also held symbolic meaning. They were often used in offerings to God and in celebrations, such as weddings or religious festivals. The use of raisins, which were dried grapes, indicates the preservation and sweetness valued in these cakes. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originsee ashishah. Strong's Exhaustive Concordance foundation From the same as 'esh (in the sense of pressing down firmly; compare 'ashuwyah); a (ruined) foundation -- foundation. see HEBREW 'esh see HEBREW 'ashuwyah Forms and Transliterations לַאֲשִׁישֵׁ֧י לאשישי la’ăšîšê la·’ă·šî·šê laashiSheiLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance Isaiah 16:7 HEB: כֻּלֹּ֣ה יְיֵלִ֑יל לַאֲשִׁישֵׁ֧י קִיר־ חֲרֶ֛שֶׂת KJV: every one shall howl: for the foundations of Kirhareseth INT: everyone will wail the foundations of Kir-hareseth will moan 1 Occurrence |
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