Strong's Lexicon eshkar: Gift, present, reward Original Word: אֶשְׁכָּר Word Origin: Derived from an unused root meaning to hire Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: The Greek equivalent for a gift or present in the New Testament is often "δῶρον" (dōron - Strong's Greek 1435), which similarly denotes a gift or offering, particularly in a religious or ceremonial context. Usage: The term "eshkar" refers to a gift or present, often given as a token of appreciation, goodwill, or reward. It is used in contexts where a tangible expression of favor or gratitude is conveyed, typically in the form of material goods or offerings. Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient Near Eastern cultures, the giving of gifts was a common practice to establish or maintain relationships, show respect, or secure favor. Gifts were often exchanged between individuals of different social standings, such as between a subject and a king, or between allies. The concept of giving and receiving gifts was deeply embedded in the social and economic fabric of the time, serving as a means of diplomacy and alliance-building. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originof uncertain derivation Definition a gift NASB Translation gifts (1), payment (1). Brown-Driver-Briggs אֶשְׁכָּר noun [masculine] gift; — absolute׳שׁ Psalm 72:10("" מִנְחָה); suffix אֶשְׁכָּרֵךְ Ezekiel 27:15. Strong's Exhaustive Concordance gift, present For sakar; a gratuity -- gift, present. see HEBREW sakar Forms and Transliterations אֶשְׁכָּ֥ר אֶשְׁכָּרֵֽךְ׃ אשכר אשכרך׃ ’eš·kā·rêḵ ’eš·kār ’eškār ’eškārêḵ eshKar eshkaRechLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance Psalm 72:10 HEB: שְׁבָ֥א וּ֝סְבָ֗א אֶשְׁכָּ֥ר יַקְרִֽיבוּ׃ NAS: and Seba offer gifts. KJV: and Seba shall offer gifts. INT: of Sheba and Seba gifts offer Ezekiel 27:15 2 Occurrences |