Original Word: קָבַל
Part of Speech: Verb
Transliteration: qabal
Pronunciation: kah-BAHL
Phonetic Spelling: (kaw-bal')
Definition: to admit, take
Meaning: To admit, take, receive, or accept

Word Origin: A primitive root

Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: • G496: ἀντιλαμβάνω (antilambanō) • to take hold of, to support
• G1209: δέχομαι (dechomai) • to receive, to accept
• G1586: ἐκλέγομαι (eklegomai) • to choose, to select
• G3982: πείθω (peithō) • to persuade, to trust
• G4327: προσδέχομαι (prosdechomai) • to receive favorably, to await
• G5297: ὑποδέχομαι (hypodechomai) • to receive under one's roof, to entertain

These Greek terms reflect similar themes of receiving, accepting, and choosing, illustrating the continuity of these concepts across the biblical languages.

Usage: The verb קָבַל (qābal) is used in the Hebrew Bible to denote the act of receiving or accepting something. It can imply a physical reception or an acceptance of words, instructions, or responsibilities.

Context: The Hebrew verb קָבַל (qābal) appears in various contexts within the Old Testament, primarily conveying the idea of receiving or accepting. It is a primitive root that is used in both literal and figurative senses. The term is often associated with the acceptance of words, messages, or responsibilities, and can also imply a form of agreement or acknowledgment.

In the context of the Old Testament, קָבַל is used in passages that describe the reception of messages or instructions, often from a divine source. For example, in the book of Esther, Mordecai receives (קָבַל) the message from Esther (Esther 4:4). This usage highlights the importance of communication and the acceptance of roles or duties within the narrative.

The verb is also used in the context of receiving offerings or gifts, as seen in the priestly functions described in the Pentateuch. This reflects the broader cultural and religious practices of ancient Israel, where receiving offerings was a significant aspect of worship and covenantal relationships.

קָבַל is not among the most frequently used verbs in the Hebrew Bible, but its occurrences are significant in understanding the dynamics of communication, responsibility, and religious practice in ancient Israelite society.

Word Origin
a prim. root
Definition
to receive, take
NASB Translation
accept (4), accepted (1), made a custom (1), opposite (2), received (2), take (1), took (1), undertook (1).

[קָבַל] verb Pi`el receive, take (late) (Aramaic loan-word (and in Aramaic denominative) Gerber<sup>32</sup>, compare Aramaic (לִ)קְבֵיל in front, opposite, Biblical Aramaic לָקֳבֵל before, Old Aramaic, Palmyrene לקבל over against, Nabataean id., in view of; also Sabean לקבל in view of CIS<sup>iv, No. 79, 11. 2. 4. 5. 8</sup>, Assyrian ‡ablu, encounter; verbs are: Sabean קבל accept, DHM<sup>ZMG xxix (1875), 615</sup>; xxx (1876), 672; Arabic be in front, opposite, accept, admit; Ethiopic , especially III. 2, go to meet, accept; Late Hebrew קָבַל accuse, Pi`el = Biblical Hebrew; Aramaic קַבֵּל, receive); — Perfect3masculine singular קִבֵּל Esther 4:4 + (Esther 9:27 Qr קִבְּלוּ); 3 plural קִבּלוּ Ezra 8:30; Imperfect3masculine singular suffix וַיְקַבְּלֵם 1 Chronicles 12:19 (18 van d. H.); 3masculine plural וַיְקַבְּלוּ2Chronicles 29:16,22; 1 plural נְקַבֵל Job 2:10 (twice in verse); Imperative masculine singular קַבֵּל Proverbs 19:20, קַבֶּלֿ 1 Chronicles 21:11; —

1 take, with accusative of thing 2 Chronicles 29:22; Ezra 8:30; accusative omitted 2Chronicles 29:16, + ל reflexive = choose 1 Chronicles 21:11; receive, with accusative of person 1 Chronicles 12:19 (van d. H. v.1 Chronicles 12:18).

2 accept, with accusative of thing Job 2:10 (twice in verse); מוּסָר ׳ק Proverbs 19:20; accusative omitted Esther 4:4.

3 accept, assume, and obligation, followed by clause, Esther 9:23, followed by infinitive Esther 9:27 (+ עַל reflexive).

Hiph`il Participle feminine plural מַקְבִּילֹת shew oppositeness, i.e. correspond, one to (אֶל) another Exodus 26:5; Exodus 36:12 (both P).

קַבֵּל verb denominative Pa`el receive (Biblical Hebrew (late), (q. v.; ᵑ7 Syriac: properly come in front of, come to meet, compare German entgegennehmen); — Perfect3masculine singular קַבֵּל Daniel 6:1; Imperfect2masculine plural תְּקַבְּלוּן ye shall receive Daniel 2:6, 3masculine plural וִיקַבְּלוּן Daniel 7:18; all with accusative of thing.

choose, take hold, receive, undertake

A primitive root; to admit, i.e. Take (literally or figuratively) -- choose, (take) hold, receive, (under-)take.

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