◄ 1355. gab ►
Strong's Lexicon gab: Back, body, elevation, mound Original Word: גַּב Part of Speech: Noun Masculine Transliteration: gab Pronunciation: gahb Phonetic Spelling: (gab) Definition: the back, the top, rim, a boss, a vault, arch of eye, bulwarks Meaning: The term "gab" in Aramaic refers to the back, the top, rim, a boss, a vault, arch of the eye, or bulwarks. It conveys the idea of something elevated or protruding, often used in architectural or anatomical contexts. Word Origin: Derived from a root corresponding to the Hebrew גַּב (gab), meaning "back" or "elevation." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: • G1042: γαββαθά (Gabbatha) • This Greek term is used in the New Testament to refer to a place called "Gabbatha," which is described as a stone pavement or elevated area. The connection to the Hebrew/Aramaic "gab" lies in the concept of elevation or prominence, as Gabbatha was a raised platform where significant events, such as the trial of Jesus, took place. Usage: The word "gab" is used in the Aramaic portions of the Old Testament, particularly in the context of describing physical structures or features that are elevated or prominent. Context: • The Aramaic term גַּב (gab) appears in the context of describing architectural features or anatomical parts that are elevated or prominent. In the book of Daniel, for example, it is used to describe the "back" or "top" of a structure, emphasizing its prominence or protective function. The term can also refer to the "rim" or "boss" of an object, indicating a raised or protruding part that serves a functional or decorative purpose. • In the context of anatomy, "gab" can describe the "arch of the eye," highlighting the curvature and prominence of this feature. The term is also used metaphorically to describe "bulwarks" or defensive structures, emphasizing their role in protection and fortification. • The usage of "gab" in the Aramaic sections of the Bible reflects the cultural and linguistic influences of the time, where Aramaic was a common language of administration and literature in the Near East. The term's application to both physical and metaphorical structures underscores its versatility and the importance of elevation and prominence in ancient architectural and anatomical descriptions. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Origin (Aramaic) corresponding to gab Definition back or side NASB Translation back (1). Brown-Driver-Briggs [גַּב] noun [masculine] either back (ᵑ7 גַּב back, top; Biblical Hebrew גַּב, √ גנב), or < side (√ גנב, compare Arabic side, Syriac side, √ ; — see also DWB 65); — plural suffix Daniel 7:6 Kt wings עַלגַּֿבַּיהּ on its sides (Bev Behrm Dr; Qr גַּבַּהּ perhaps its back, so most). Strong's Exhaustive Concordance back (Aramaic) corresponding to gab -- back. see HEBREW gab Forms and Transliterations גַּבַּ֑הּ גבה gab·bah gabbah Links Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel Texts Englishman's Concordance Daniel 7:6 HEB: [גַּבַּיַּהּ כ] (גַּבַּ֑הּ ק) וְאַרְבְּעָ֤ה NAS: which had on its back four KJV: which had upon the back of it four INT: of a bird had upon back had four heads 1 Occurrence Strong's Hebrew 1355 1 Occurrence gab·bah — 1 Occ.