◄ 6949. qahah ►
Strong's Lexicon qahah: To be blunt, to grow dull Original Word: קָהָה Part of Speech: Verb Transliteration: qahah Pronunciation: kah-HAH Phonetic Spelling: (kaw-haw') Definition: to be dull Meaning: To be dull, to grow dull, to be blunt Word Origin: A primitive root Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: The corresponding Greek entry that aligns with the concept of dullness or being cast away is Strong's Greek Number G1601, ἐκπίπτω (ekpiptō), which means to fall off or to fail. While not a direct translation, the Greek term can metaphorically relate to the idea of losing sharpness or effectiveness, similar to the Hebrew קָהָה (qāhāh). Usage: The verb קָהָה (qāhāh) is used in the context of becoming dull or blunt, often referring to a lack of sharpness or vigor. It can be applied metaphorically to describe a decrease in mental acuity or spiritual fervor. Context: The Hebrew verb קָהָה (qāhāh) appears in the Old Testament to describe a state of dullness or bluntness. This term is used both literally and metaphorically. In a literal sense, it can refer to physical objects that have lost their sharpness, such as tools or weapons. Metaphorically, it can describe a decline in mental sharpness or spiritual zeal. One notable usage of קָהָה is found in Ecclesiastes 10:10, where it is written: "If the ax is dull and its edge unsharpened, more strength is needed, but skill will bring success." (BSB). Here, the term illustrates the need for wisdom and skill when dealing with situations where natural abilities or resources have diminished. The concept of dullness in the Hebrew Bible often carries a negative connotation, suggesting a need for renewal or sharpening, whether in physical, mental, or spiritual contexts. The dullness can be seen as a hindrance to effectiveness and success, emphasizing the importance of maintaining one's edge through wisdom and understanding. Brown-Driver-Briggs [קָהָה] verb be blunt, dull (Late Hebrew id.; Aramaic קְהָא, ); — Qal Imperfect3feminine plural תִּקְהֶינָה Jeremiah 31:29: Jeremiah 30 Ezekiel 18:2 (all of teeth). Pi`el in sense of Qal: Perfect3masculine singular קֵהָה Ecclesiastes 10:10 if the iron be blunt. Strong's Exhaustive Concordance be set on edge, be blunt A primitive root; to be dull -- be set on edge, be blunt. Forms and Transliterations קֵהָ֣ה קהה תִּקְהֶ֥ינָה תִּקְהֶֽינָה׃ תקהינה תקהינה׃ keHah qê·hāh qêhāh tikHeinah tiq·he·nāh tiqhenāh Links Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel Texts Englishman's Concordance Ecclesiastes 10:10 HEB: אִם־ קֵהָ֣ה הַבַּרְזֶ֗ל וְהוּא֙ NAS: the axe is dull and he does not sharpen KJV: If the iron be blunt, and he do not whet INT: If is dull the axe he Jeremiah 31:29 HEB: וְשִׁנֵּ֥י בָנִ֖ים תִּקְהֶֽינָה׃ NAS: teeth are set on edge.' KJV: teeth are set on edge. INT: teeth and the children's are set Jeremiah 31:30 HEB: הָאֹכֵ֥ל הַבֹּ֖סֶר תִּקְהֶ֥ינָה שִׁנָּֽיו׃ ס NAS: his teeth will be set on edge. KJV: his teeth shall be set on edge. INT: eats the sour will be set his teeth Ezekiel 18:2 HEB: וְשִׁנֵּ֥י הַבָּנִ֖ים תִּקְהֶֽינָה׃ NAS: teeth are set on edge'? KJV: teeth are set on edge? INT: teeth the children's are set 4 Occurrences Strong's Hebrew 6949 4 Occurrences qê·hāh — 1 Occ. tiq·he·nāh — 3 Occ.