Strong's Lexicon ta'anah: Answer, response Original Word: תַּאֲנָה Word Origin: Derived from the root עָנָה (anah), which means "to answer" or "to respond." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: The Greek equivalent often used in the Septuagint for similar contexts is ἀπόκρισις (apokrisis), which also means "answer" or "response." Usage: The Hebrew word "ta'anah" refers to an answer or a response, often in the context of a reply to a question or a statement. It can denote a verbal response or a reaction to a situation. In the biblical context, it is used to describe the act of answering, whether in dialogue, prayer, or legal proceedings. Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient Hebrew culture, communication and dialogue were central to community life, legal matters, and religious practices. The concept of "ta'anah" reflects the importance of giving a considered and truthful response, whether in personal interactions or in formal settings such as courts or religious assemblies. The ability to provide a wise and appropriate answer was highly valued and often seen as a sign of wisdom and understanding. Brown-Driver-Briggs [תַּאֲנָה noun feminine occasion, time of copulation; suffix תַּאֲנָתָהּ i.e. of wild ass Jeremiah 2:24. תֹּאֲנָה noun feminine opportunity, i.e. ground of quarrel; of Samson, followed by מִן Judges 14:4. אָֽנָּ֫ה see אָֽנָּ֫א. above Strong's Exhaustive Concordance fig tree Or tonanah {to-an-aw'}; from 'anah; an opportunity or (subjectively) purpose -- occasion. see HEBREW 'anah Forms and Transliterations תַּאֲנָתָ֖הּ תֹאֲנָ֥ה תאנה תאנתה ta’ănāṯāh ta·’ă·nā·ṯāh taanaTah ṯō’ănāh ṯō·’ă·nāh toaNahLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance Judges 14:4 HEB: הִ֔יא כִּי־ תֹאֲנָ֥ה הֽוּא־ מְבַקֵּ֖שׁ NAS: for He was seeking an occasion against KJV: that he sought an occasion against the Philistines: INT: he for an occasion He was seeking Jeremiah 2:24 2 Occurrences |
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