◄ 6719. tsayad ►
Strong's Lexicon tsayad: Hunter Original Word: צַיָּד Part of Speech: Noun Masculine Transliteration: tsayad Pronunciation: tsah-YAHD Phonetic Spelling: (tsah'-yawd) Definition: a huntsman Meaning: A huntsman or hunter; one who pursues game or prey. Word Origin: Derived from the root צוד (tsud), meaning "to hunt" or "to lie in wait." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: The corresponding Greek entry in Strong's Concordance is G966, βεβηλος (bebelos), which is not directly related in meaning but is associated with the concept of being profane or worldly. While there is no direct Greek equivalent for צַיָּד, the cultural and thematic elements of hunting and skill in the field can be seen in various Greek terms related to hunting and outdoor life. Usage: The term צַיָּד is used in the context of hunting, referring to an individual who engages in the pursuit and capture of animals. It is a masculine noun. Context: The Hebrew word צַיָּד (tsay-yad) appears in the context of describing individuals who are skilled in the art of hunting. This term is used to depict those who actively pursue and capture animals, often for food or sport. The concept of hunting in the ancient Near East was not only a means of sustenance but also a demonstration of skill and bravery. The role of a huntsman was significant in biblical times, as it required knowledge of the terrain, understanding of animal behavior, and proficiency in the use of weapons. In the Berean Standard Bible, the term is used to describe Esau, the son of Isaac and Rebekah, who is characterized as "a skillful hunter" (Genesis 25:27). This description highlights Esau's prowess and identity as a man of the field, contrasting with his brother Jacob, who is depicted as a quiet man dwelling in tents. The narrative of Esau as a hunter underscores themes of identity, inheritance, and the dynamics of familial relationships within the biblical text. Brown-Driver-Briggs [צַיָּד] noun masculine hunter; — plural צַיָּדִים Jeremiah 16:16. Strong's Exhaustive Concordance hunter From the same as tsayid; a huntsman -- hunter. see HEBREW tsayid Forms and Transliterations צַיָּדִ֔ים צידים ṣay·yā·ḏîm ṣayyāḏîm tzaiyaDim Links Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel Texts Englishman's Concordance Jeremiah 16:16 HEB: אֶשְׁלַח֙ לְרַבִּ֣ים צַיָּדִ֔ים וְצָד֞וּם מֵעַ֤ל NAS: for many hunters, and they will hunt KJV: for many hunters, and they shall hunt INT: will send many hunters will hunt from 1 Occurrence Strong's Hebrew 6719 1 Occurrence ṣay·yā·ḏîm — 1 Occ.