Jeremiah 32:11 — Word Study
WLCוָאֶקַּ֖ח אֶת־ סֵ֣פֶר הַמִּקְנָ֑ה אֶת־ הֶֽחָת֛וּם הַמִּצְוָ֥ה וְהַחֻקִּ֖ים וְאֶת־ הַגָּלֽוּי׃
BSAThen I tooklâqach▸ [received, acquired] the deedçêpher of purchasemiqnâh [document of acquisition, contract] the sealedchâtham [officially closed, authenticated] copy with its termsmitsvâh [record, scroll, agreements, stipulations] and conditionschôq [regulations, requirements] as well asʼêth the open copygâlâh [unsealed, public, document, writing]
| Greek | English | Parsing |
|---|---|---|
| וָאֶקַּ֖ח | and I took | Verb, Qal, sequential imperfect first person common singular |
| אֶת־ | the object marker | Particle |
| סֵ֣פֶר | [the] document of | Noun common, masculine singular construct |
| הַמִּקְנָ֑ה | the purchase | Particle, noun common feminine singular absolute |
| אֶת־ | the object marker | Particle |
| הֶֽחָת֛וּם | the sealed [one] | Particle, verb qal participle (passive) masculine singular |
| הַמִּצְוָ֥ה | the order | Particle, noun common feminine singular absolute |
| וְהַחֻקִּ֖ים | and the conditions | Conjunction, particle, noun common masculine plural absolute |
| וְאֶת־ | and the object marker | Conjunction, particle |
| הַגָּלֽוּי׃ | the uncovered [one] | Particle, verb qal participle (passive) masculine singular |
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| BSB | Then I took the deed of purchase—the sealed copy with its terms and conditions, as well as the open copy— |
| KJV | So I took the evidence of the purchase, both that which was sealed according to the law and custom, and that which was open: |
| ASV | So I took the deed of the purchase, both that which was sealed, according to the law and custom, and that which was open: |
| YLT | And I take the purchase-book, the sealed one, according to law and custom, and the open one. |
| WEB | So I took the deed of the purchase, both that which was sealed, containing the terms and conditions, and that which was open; |
| BBE | So I took the paper witnessing the business, one copy rolled up and stamped, and one copy open: |
Where they part company is מִקְנָה — see How Translations Differ.
One main verb governs the entire verse, with additional phrases providing details about the object and its characteristics.
6 commentators on this verse
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clause
verbלָקַח
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Deep Study — Jeremiah 32:11
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Context — The Purchase of a Fieldgenerated
Jeremiah 32:11 describes a moment when Jeremiah takes a deed of purchase for a field, which is significant in the context of the Babylonian siege. This act symbolizes hope and the promise of restoration for Israel, as God instructed Jeremiah to buy land even in a time of impending destruction. This narrative connects to the broader themes of faith and obedience found throughout the book of Jeremiah.
Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Luke 2:27 | Led by the Spirit, he went into the temple courts. And when the parents brought in the child Jesus to do for Him what was customary under the Law, |
| 2 | Acts 26:3 | especially since you are acquainted with all the Jewish customs and controversies. I beg you, therefore, to listen to me patiently. |
| 3 | 1 Corinthians 11:16 | If anyone is inclined to dispute this, we have no other practice, nor do the churches of God. |
The Treasury of Scripture Knowledge — 3 references, hung on the phrase they belong to
The Key Word — מִקְנָה, ha.mik.Nahgenerated
The noun מִקְנָה (*miqnah*) refers specifically to a purchase or acquisition, particularly in the context of property or land. It indicates a legal transaction, emphasizing the act of buying something and the rights that come with ownership.
This term is rooted in the idea of gaining possession, and it is often associated with the price paid for the item acquired. In this verse, it underscores the legal and formal aspects of Jeremiah's action.
How Translations Differ — measured against the Berean Standard Biblegenerated
This study reads the verse in the Berean Standard Bible, so the BSB is the wording every comparison below is made against.
Sentence Structuregenerated
The finite verb אֶקַּ֖ח, and I took, governs the entire verse, with multiple noun phrases detailing the object of the action. The structure emphasizes the legal nature of the document being taken.
The phrase סֵ֣פֶר הַמִּקְנָ֑ה is a construct chain, indicating that the document is specifically related to the purchase, while the additional phrases describe the qualities of the copies involved.
Septuagint Backgroundgenerated
The Septuagint translates מִקְנָה as κτήσεως, indicating a focus on the act of acquisition. This choice highlights the legal implications of the transaction and aligns with the Greek understanding of property rights.
The use of ἐσφραγισμένον for הֶֽחָת֛וּם emphasizes the official nature of the sealed document, reinforcing the authenticity and seriousness of the transaction.
In plain words — the whole versegenerated
Jeremiah 32:11 tells us that Jeremiah took a deed of purchase for a field, which included both a sealed and an open copy of the document. This act was significant as it demonstrated his faith in God's promise of restoration for Israel, even during a time of crisis.
Frequently Asked Questionsgenerated
The deed symbolizes Jeremiah's faith in God's promise to restore Israel, as he purchases land despite the impending Babylonian siege.
The sealed copy represents the official and legal aspect of the transaction, while the open copy indicates transparency and public knowledge of the agreement.
Jeremiah's action shows his obedience to God's command and his hope for the future of Israel, demonstrating faith in God's promises.
This act of purchasing land amidst destruction reflects the themes of hope, restoration, and the importance of faithfulness to God's word.
Reflection Questionsgenerated
- What does this transaction teach us about faith in difficult circumstances?
- How can we apply the principles of legal documentation and transparency in our own lives?
- In what ways does this act of purchasing land reflect our understanding of God's promises?
- How can we demonstrate obedience to God's commands in our daily actions?
Commentators on this verse — 6 expositors, verse by verse
Each of these wrote on Jeremiah 32:11 itself, not merely on the chapter around it.
John Gill1697–1771Gill's Exposition of the Entire BibleSo I took the evidence of the purchase,.... The deed of purchase, the book or bill of sale, the instrument of the bargain, as before mentioned: [both] that which is sealed, [according] to the law and
Read John Gill on Jeremiah 32 →Robert Jamieson1802–1880Jamieson, Fausset, and Brown's CommentarySo I took the evidence of the purchase, both that which was sealed according to the law and custom, and that which was open: I took the evidence of the purchase, both sealed ... and ... open.
Read Robert Jamieson on Jeremiah 32 →Matthew Poole1624–1679Matthew Poole's Commentary on the Holy BibleIt is most probable that, upon such bargains and sales amongst the Jews, two instruments were made, the one sealed up, to be kept by the purchaser, the other open, to be showed to the judges, and by them ratified, and that this was the law and custom ordinarily amongst the Jews upon purchases; both which Jeremiah kept, the one for his use, the other to produce in court for ratification. There is no certainty in the guesses that some others make why there were two copies: nothing appeareth but that the prophet bought this little purchase with the same rites and circumstances that men ordinarily in that country made purchases in times of peace and civil order.
Read Matthew Poole on Jeremiah 32 →John Trapp1601–1669Trapp's Complete Commentary on the Old and New TestamentsJeremiah 32:11 So I took the evidence of the purchase, [both] that which was sealed [according] to the law and custom, and that which was open:Ver. 11. So I took the evidence of the purchase, both that which was sealed, &c.] There were then two copies of these contracts and covenants, for preventing of later claims and quarrels.
Read John Trapp on Jeremiah 32 →Charles John Ellicott1819–1905Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers(11) Both that which was sealed . . . and that which was open.—We are left to conjecture why there were two documents, and why one was sealed and the other open. Possibly, as in modern transactions, one was simply a duplicate copy of the other, the sealed document being the formal evidence of purchase kept by the buyer, and the other left with the vendor for reference. The more probable explanation, however, is that the unsealed document, which the witnesses did not subscribe or see, contained details which did not concern the witnesses, the price paid (though the mention of the witnesses before the weighing of the money militates against this view), the conditions of resumption by the…
Read Charles John Ellicott on Jeremiah 32 →CambridgeThe Cambridge Bible for Schools and Colleges11. both that which was sealed … and that which was open] but not implying two documents to be kept separate. They were the two parts of a whole. See on Jeremiah 32:10. according to the law and custom] better, with mg. containing the terms and conditions. The former Dr. however renders the injunction, viz. to the seller, bidding him hand over the property, while the latter are the conditions on which it is purchased.
Read Cambridge on Jeremiah 32 →The verse in English, compared — 17 translations, and where they part company
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Modern formal
Then I took the deed of purchase—the sealed copy with its terms and conditions, as well as the open copy—
So I took the deed of the purchase, both that which was sealed, containing the terms and conditions, and that which was open;
Then I took the deed of purchase—the sealed copy with its terms and conditions, as well as the open copy—
There were two copies of the deed of purchase. One was sealed and contained the order of transfer and the conditions of purchase. The other was left unsealed.
Tyndale line
So I took the evidence of the purchase, both that which was sealed according to the law and custom, and that which was open:
So I took the deed of the purchase, both that which was sealed, according to the law and custom, and that which was open:
So I took the deed of the purchase, both that which was sealed, according to the law and custom, and that which was open:
So I took the evidence of the purchase, both that which was sealed according to the law and custom, and that which was open:
So I tooke the booke of the possession, being sealed according to the Lawe, and custome, with the booke that was open,
Strictly literal
And I took the writing of the purchase, that which was sealed [according to] the law and the statutes, and that which was open;
And I take the purchase-book, the sealed one, according to law and custom, and the open one.
and I take the purchase scroll, the sealed one, according to law and custom, and the open one;
And I took the deed of the purchase, both that which was sealed, according to the law and custom, and that which was open;
Next I took the deed of purchase that was sealed, following the command and the statutes, as well as the unsealed deed.
From the Latin
And I took the deed of the purchase that was sealed, and the stipulations, and the ratifications with the seals that were on the outside.
Simplified
Then I took the deed of sale, both the sealed original containing the terms and conditions, and the unsealed copy,
So I took the paper witnessing the business, one copy rolled up and stamped, and one copy open:
Counted from the translations carried on this site, not from a survey of every English Bible. A rendering shared by many versions is usually inherited rather than independently arrived at — the Tyndale line in particular runs through most of them.
The sentence as the grammar sees it — from the MACULA Hebrew treebank
This is not our own analysis: it is the scholarly syntax tree for the verse, showing how the clause actually holds together.
Boxes are the grammarian's groupings — clause, noun phrase, prepositional phrase.
The four witnesses to this verse — Masoretic, Septuagint, Samaritan, Qumran
The Masoretic Text reads, "וָאֶקַּ֖ח אֶת־ סֵ֣פֶר הַמִּקְנָ֑ה אֶת־ הֶֽחָת֛וּם הַמִּצְוָ֥ה וְהַחֻקִּ֖ים וְאֶת־ הַגָּלֽוּי׃" which translates to, "Then I took the deed of purchase—the sealed copy with its terms and conditions, as well as the open copy—" The Septuagint, while not providing a direct translation, matches 6 of the 10 words from the Masoretic Text, indicating some level of agreement, though the specific wording and order differ. The Samaritan Pentateuch and the Dead Sea Scrolls do not provide additional textual evidence for this verse in this instance, so their agreement or disagreement cannot be determined from the available data.
וָאֶקַּ֖ח אֶת־ סֵ֣פֶר הַמִּקְנָ֑ה אֶת־ הֶֽחָת֛וּם הַמִּצְוָ֥ה וְהַחֻקִּ֖ים וְאֶת־ הַגָּלֽוּי׃
6 of the 10 words are matched. This is the word-by-word correspondence, not the Septuagint's own sentence — its word order and its articles are its own.
Four traditions, not one. “On the leather” means the letters physically survive on the scroll, as against letters an editor has supplied to fill a hole in it — a restoration is a scholar’s reading, not a reading of the manuscript. Words in [square brackets] are supplied; the notes count them apart from what survives.
The map of this verse — what each word keeps company with
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Lexicons — every word in Jeremiah 32:11
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Every entry below is the lexicographer's own text. On the Hebrew: Brown-Driver-Briggs entire and its gloss set, Strong's Hebrew Dictionary, and Tyndale House's Translators Brief lexicon. Where a cell says a work has no entry, that work genuinely has none for this word.
The Hebrew word לָקַח (*laqach*) means 'to take' and encompasses a wide range of actions, including to receive, seize, capture, and carry away. It can refer to taking something in hand, taking a wife, or even taking vengeance. The verb has various forms indicating different nuances, such as being taken away or captured.
לָקַח 965 vb. take
Qal
take, take in hand
take and carry along with oneself
take from, or out of
take, carry away
take away from, so as to deprive of
esp. take away life
take to or for a person
take up, upon = put upon
= fetch
take = lead, conduct (with or without contact)
take = capture, seize
take = carry off
in phr. take vengeance
Niph.
be captured, of ark
be taken away, removed
be taken, brought unto
Pu.
be taken from, out of
= be stolen from
be taken captive
be taken away, removed
Hoph.
be taken, brought unto
be taken out of
be taken away from
Hithp. lit. fire taking hold of itself, of lightning
base
H3947 לָקַח take .. take, take in hand
. take and carry along with oneself
. . take from, or out of
. take, carry away
. take away from, so as to deprive of
. esp. take away life
. take to or for a person
. take up, upon = put upon
. = fetch
. take = lead, conduct (with or without contact)
. take = capture, seize
. take = carry off
. in phr. take vengeance
. . be captured, of ark
. be taken away, removed
. be taken, brought unto
. . be taken from, out of
. = be stolen from
. be taken captive
. be taken away, removed
. . be taken, brought unto
. be taken out of
. be taken away from
. lit. fire taking hold of itself, of lightning
3947 laqach law-kakh'
a primitive root; to take (in the widest variety of
applications):--accept, bring, buy, carry away, drawn, fetch,
get, infold, X many, mingle, place, receive(-ing), reserve,
seize, send for, take (away, -ing, up), use, win.
לָקַח (la.qach) — to take: take.
: take
1) to take, get, fetch, lay hold of, seize, receive, acquire, buy, bring, marry, take a wife, snatch, take away
1a) (Qal)
1a1) to take, take in the hand
1a2) to take and carry along
1a3) to take from, take out of, take, carry away, take away
1a4) to take to or for a person, procure, get, take possession of, select, choose, take in marriage, receive, accept
1a5) to take up or upon, put upon
1a6) to fetch
1a7) to take, lead, conduct
1a8) to take, capture, seize
1a9) to take, carry off 1a10) to take (vengeance)
1b) (Niphal)
1b1) to be captured
1b2) to be taken away, be removed
1b3) to be taken, brought unto
1c) (Pual)
1c1) to be taken from or out of
1c2) to be stolen from
1c3) to be taken captive
1c4) to be taken away, be removed
1d) (Hophal)
1d1) to be taken unto, be brought unto
1d2) to be taken out of
1d3) to be taken away
1e) (Hithpael)
1e1) to take hold of oneself
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-1cs — Verb · Qal · sequential imperfect first person common singularHc/Vqw1cs
אֵת (eth) is primarily a grammatical marker in Hebrew, indicating the definite direct object of a verb. It is not translated into English and typically precedes nouns that are definite. The word is derived from a demonstrative sense of entity, related to the Hebrew word for 'self.' Its Aramaic equivalent is יָת (yat).
אֵת the mark of the accusative, prefixed as a rule only to nouns that are definite
base
H853 אֵת the mark of the accusative, prefixed as a rule only to nouns that are definite
853 'eth ayth
apparent contracted from 226 in the demonstrative sense of
entity; properly, self (but generally used to point out more
definitely the object of a verb or preposition, even or
namely):--(as such unrepresented in English).
see HEBREW for 0226
אֵת (et) — [Obj.].
sign of the definite direct object, not translated in English but generally preceding and indicating the accusative
Aramaic equivalent: yat (יָת "whom" H3487)
Conj | DirObjM — ParticleHTo
סֵ֫פֶר (cepher) refers to a writing or document, encompassing meanings such as book, scroll, and missive. It can denote various types of texts, including legal documents, genealogical records, and scripture. The feminine form, סִפְרָה (siphrah), also signifies a book. Notably, it appears in contexts related to preservation and communication.
סֵ֫פֶר 185 n.m. missive, document, writing, book
missive
legal document
book or scroll, in which something is written to preserve it for future use
base
[סִפְרָה] n.f. book;—sf. ψ 56:9
ref
H5612a סֵ֫פֶר missive, document, writing, book . missive
. legal document
. book or scroll, in which something is written to preserve it for future use
H5612b סִפְרָה book
5612 cepher say'-fer
or (feminine) ciphrah (Psa. 56:8 (9)) {sif-raw'}; from 5608;
properly, writing (the art or a document); by implication, a
book:--bill, book, evidence, X learn(-ed) (-ing), letter,
register, scroll.
see HEBREW for 09
see HEBREW for 05608
סֵ֫פֶר (se.pher) — scroll: document.
: document
1) missive, document, writing, book
1a) missive
1a1) letter (of instruction), written order, commission, request, written decree
1b) legal document, certificate of divorce, deed of purchase, indictment, sign
1c) book, scroll
1c1) book of prophecies
1c2) genealogical register
1c3) law-book
1c4) book (of poems)
1c5) book (of kings)
1c6) books of the canon, scripture
1c7) record book (of God)
1d) book-learning, writing
1d1) be able to read (after verb 'to know')
סִפְרָה (siph.rah) — scroll.
book
סֵ֫פֶר (se.pher) — scroll: book.
: book
1) missive, document, writing, book
1a) missive
1a1) letter (of instruction), written order, commission, request, written decree
1b) legal document, certificate of divorce, deed of purchase, indictment, sign
1c) book, scroll
1c1) book of prophecies
1c2) genealogical register
1c3) law-book
1c4) book (of poems)
N-ms — Noun common · masculine singular constructHNcmsc
ov:
(1) In Anglo-Saxon, had the meaning "from," "away from" (as the strengthened form "off" has still), and was not used for genitive or possessive relations, these being expressed by special case-forms. In the Norman period, however, "of" was taken to represent the French de (a use well developed by the time of Chaucer), and in the Elizabethan period both senses of "of" were in common use. But after about 1600 the later force of the word became predominant, and in the earlier sense (which is now practically obsolete) it was replaced by other prepositions. In consequence the King James Version (and in some cases the Revised Version (British and American)) contains many uses of "of" that are no longer familiar--most of them, to be sure, causing no difficulty, but there still being a few responsible for real obscurities.
OF, preposition ov. [Gr.]
1. From or out of; proceeding from, as the cause, source, means, author or agent bestowing.
I have received of the Lord that which also I delivered to you. 1 Corinthians 11:1.
For it was of the Lord to harden their hearts. Joshua 11:1.
It is of the Lord's mercies that we are not consumed.
Lamentations 3:1.
The whole disposing thereof is of the Lord. Proverbs 16:1.
Go, inquire of the Lord for me. 2 Chronicles 34:2.
That holy thing that shall be born of thee. Luke 1:1.
Hence of is the sign of the genitive case, the case that denotes production; as the son of man, the son proceeding from man, produced from man. This is the primary sense, although we now say, produced by man. 'Part of these were slain; ' that is, a number separate, for part denotes a division; the sense then is, a number from or out of the whole were slain. So also, 'some of these were slain; ' that is…
מִקְנָה (miqnah) refers to a purchase or acquisition, often indicating a piece of property or the price paid for it. The term encompasses the concept of possession gained through buying, as noted in various lexicons. It is derived from a related root, מָכַר (makhar), which means to sell.
מִקְנָה n.f. purchase
purchase
purchase-price
possession (gained by purchase)
base
H4736 מִקְנָה purchase . purchase
. purchase-price
. possession (gained by purchase)
4736 miqnah mik-naw'
feminine of 4735; properly, a buying, i.e. acquisition;
concretely, a piece of property (land or living); also the sum
paid:--(he that is) bought, possession, piece, purchase.
see HEBREW for 04735
מִקְנָה (miq.nah) — purchase.
1) purchase
1a) purchase
1b) purchase-price
1c) possession (gained by purchase)
Art | N-fs — Particle · noun common feminine singular absoluteHTd/Ncfsa
pur'-chats: In modern English, "to acquire by payment," in Elizabethan English, "to acquire" by any means. In the Old Testament, the King James Version has used "purchase" to represent qanah, and its derivatives (verb and noun), except in Le 25:33, where the word is ga'al (the Revised Version (British and American) "redeem"). In the New Testament the noun does not occur and the verb is used for ktaomai, in Ac 1:18; 8:20, and peripoieo, in Ac 20:28; 1Ti 3:13. But none of these words connotes the payment of a price, so that the Revised Version (British and American) has kept the word only in Ac 20:28 (margin "acquired")…
אֵת (eth) is primarily a grammatical marker in Hebrew, indicating the definite direct object of a verb. It is not translated into English and typically precedes nouns that are definite. The word is derived from a demonstrative sense of entity, related to the Hebrew word for 'self.' Its Aramaic equivalent is יָת (yat).
אֵת the mark of the accusative, prefixed as a rule only to nouns that are definite
base
H853 אֵת the mark of the accusative, prefixed as a rule only to nouns that are definite
853 'eth ayth
apparent contracted from 226 in the demonstrative sense of
entity; properly, self (but generally used to point out more
definitely the object of a verb or preposition, even or
namely):--(as such unrepresented in English).
see HEBREW for 0226
אֵת (et) — [Obj.].
sign of the definite direct object, not translated in English but generally preceding and indicating the accusative
Aramaic equivalent: yat (יָת "whom" H3487)
HTo — ParticleHTo
חָתַם (cha.tam) means to seal or affix a seal. It covers various forms, including sealing up, locking up, and being stopped. The verb appears in different stems, such as Qal, Niphal, Piel, and Hiphil, indicating various nuances of sealing and closure. The Aramaic equivalent is also noted.
חָתַם vb. seal, affix seal, seal up
Qal
seal, affix one’s seal, in attestation
seal up, fasten up by sealing
Niph. (it was) written and sealed
Pi. lit. by day they seal up for themselves, i.e acc. to most, they shut themselves up
Hiph. or hath his flesh (genital organ) shewn stoppage by reason of his flux.
base
H2856 חָתַם seal, affix seal, seal up
2856 chatham khaw-tham'
a primitive root; to close up; especially to seal:--make an
end, mark, seal (up), stop.
חָתַם (cha.tam) — to seal.
1) to seal, seal up, affix a seal
1a) (Qal)
1a1) to seal, affix one's seal
1a2) to seal up, fasten up by sealing
1b) (Niphal) to seal
1c) (Piel) to lock up
1d) (Hiphil) to be stopped
Aramaic equivalent: cha.tam (חֲתַם "to seal" H2857)
Art | V-Qal-Inf-c — Particle · verb qal participle (passive) masculine singularHTd/Vqsmsa
wun.
See NUMBER.
מִצְוָה (mitsvah) means 'commandment' and can refer to commands from both humans and God. It encompasses laws, ordinances, and precepts, indicating a range of directives within religious and moral contexts. The term is derived from a root meaning to command, linking it to the broader framework of divine law.
מִצְוָה 181 n.f. commandment
base
H4687 מִצְוָה commandment
4687 mitsvah mits-vaw'
from 6680; a command, whether human or divine (collectively,
the Law):--(which was) commanded(-ment), law, ordinance,
precept.
see HEBREW for 06680
מִצְוָה (mits.vah) — commandment.
1) commandment
1a) commandment (of man)
1b) the commandment (of God)
1c) commandment (of code of wisdom)
Art | N-fs — Particle · noun common feminine singular absoluteHTd/Ncfsa
or'-der (`arakh, "to arrange"; tassein ( diatassein, taxis, tagma)): "Order" in Biblical phrases may indicate
(1) arrangement in rows,
(2) sequence in time,
(3) classification and organization,
(4) likeness or manner,
(5) regulation, direction or command, or
(6) the declaring of a will.
In many passages it is difficult if not impossible to determine from the English text alone in which of these senses the word is used.
1. Arrangement in Rows:
חֹק (choq) refers to something prescribed, such as a statute, ordinance, or limit. It encompasses a range of meanings, including prescribed tasks, portions, and decrees, whether from God or man. The plural form, חֻקִּים, denotes multiple enactments or statutes. The entries consistently emphasize its legal and prescriptive nature.
חֹק 127 n.m. something prescribed, a statute or due
prescribed task
prescribed-portion or allowance of food
action prescribed for oneself, resolve
prescribed due of the priest from offerings
prescribed limit, boundary
enactment, decree, ordinance of either God or man
pl. חֻקִּים enactments, statutes of a law
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H2706 חֹק something prescribed, a statute or due . prescribed task
. prescribed-portion or allowance of food
. action prescribed for oneself, resolve
. prescribed due of the priest from offerings
. prescribed limit, boundary
. enactment, decree, ordinance of either God or man
. pl. חֻקִּים enactments, statutes of a law
2706 choq khoke
from 2710; an enactment; hence, an appointment (of time,
space, quantity, labor or usage):--appointed, bound,
commandment, convenient, custom, decree(-d), due, law,
measure, X necessary, ordinance(- nary), portion, set time,
statute, task.
see HEBREW for 02710
חֹק (choq) — statute: decree.
: decree
1) statute, ordinance, limit, something prescribed, due
1a) prescribed task
1b) prescribed portion
1c) action prescribed (for oneself), resolve
1d) prescribed due
1e) prescribed limit, boundary
1f) enactment, decree, ordinance
1f1) specific decree
1f2) law in general
1g) enactments, statutes
1g1) conditions
1g2) enactments
1g3) decrees
1g4) civil enactments prescribed by God
חֹק (choq) — statute: portion.
: portion
1) statute, ordinance, limit, something prescribed, due
1a) prescribed task
1b) prescribed portion
1c) action prescribed (for oneself), resolve
1d) prescribed due
1e) prescribed limit, boundary
1f) enactment, decree, ordinance
1f1) specific decree
1f2) law in general
1g) enactments, statutes
1g1) conditions
1g2) enactments
1g3) decrees
1g4) civil enactments prescribed by God
חֹק (choq) — statute: allotment.
: allotment/boundary
Conj | Art | N-mp — Conjunction · particle · noun common masculine plural absoluteHC/Td/Ncmpa
אֵת (eth) is primarily a grammatical marker in Hebrew, indicating the definite direct object of a verb. It is not translated into English and typically precedes nouns that are definite. The word is derived from a demonstrative sense of entity, related to the Hebrew word for 'self.' Its Aramaic equivalent is יָת (yat).
אֵת the mark of the accusative, prefixed as a rule only to nouns that are definite
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H853 אֵת the mark of the accusative, prefixed as a rule only to nouns that are definite
853 'eth ayth
apparent contracted from 226 in the demonstrative sense of
entity; properly, self (but generally used to point out more
definitely the object of a verb or preposition, even or
namely):--(as such unrepresented in English).
see HEBREW for 0226
אֵת (et) — [Obj.].
sign of the definite direct object, not translated in English but generally preceding and indicating the accusative
Aramaic equivalent: yat (יָת "whom" H3487)
HC/To — Conjunction · particleHC/To
The Hebrew word גָּלָה (galah) is a primitive root meaning to uncover or remove, with implications of revealing, disclosing, or going into exile. It encompasses various forms, including reflexive and passive uses, and can refer to both physical uncovering and metaphorical revelation. The word is notably associated with disgraceful exposure and the act of exile.
גָּלָה 189 vb. uncover, remove
Qal
uncover the ear of one, i.e. reveal to him
intr. remove, depart
go into exile
Niph.
refl.
uncover oneself (one’s nakedness)
discover or shew oneself
pass.
be uncovered (one’s nakedness)
be disclosed, discovered
be removed
Pi.
uncover
disclose, discover, lay bare
make known, shew, reveal
Pu. be uncovered
Hiph. carry away into exile, take into exile
Hoph. carried into exile
Hithp.
was uncovered (naked)
that his heart may reveal itself
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H1540 גָּלָה uncover, remove .. uncover the ear of one, i.e. reveal to him
. intr. remove, depart
. go into exile
. . refl. . uncover oneself (one’s nakedness)
. discover or shew oneself
. pass. . be uncovered (one’s nakedness)
. be disclosed, discovered
. be removed
. . uncover
. disclose, discover, lay bare
. make known, shew, reveal
. be uncovered
. carry away into exile, take into exile
. carried into exile
. . was uncovered (naked)
. that his heart may reveal itself
1540 galah gaw-law'
a primitive root; to denude (especially in a disgraceful
sense); by implication, to exile (captives being usually
stripped); figuratively, to reveal:--+ advertise, appear,
bewray, bring, (carry, lead, go) captive (into captivity),
depart, disclose, discover, exile, be gone, open, X plainly,
publish, remove, reveal, X shamelessly, shew, X surely, tell,
uncover.
הֶגְלָם (ga.lah) — Heglam.
A man of the tribe of Benjamin living before Israel's Monarchy, only mentioned at 1Ch.8.7;
son of: Ehud (H0164);
brother of: Naaman (H5283J), Ahijah (H0281K), Uzza (H5798H) and Ahihud (H0284); also called Heglam (KJV: "removed"; NIV: "deported") at 1Ch.8.7;
Another name of ge.ra (גֵּרָא "Gera" H1617J)
to reveal oneself
גָּלָה (ga.lah) — to reveal: reveal.
: reveal[information]
1) to uncover, remove
1a) (Qal)
1a1) to uncover
1a2) to remove, depart
1a3) to go into exile
1b) (Niphal)
1b1) (reflexive)
1b1a) to uncover oneself
1b1b) to discover or show oneself
1b1c) to reveal himself (of God)
1b2) (passive)
1b2a) to be uncovered
1b2b) to be disclosed, be discovered
1b2c) to be revealed
1b3) to be removed
1c) (Piel)
1c1) to uncover (nakedness)
1c1a) nakedness
1c1b) general
1c2) to disclose, discover, lay bare
1c3) to make known, show, reveal
1d) (Pual) to be uncovered
Art | V-Qal-Inf-c — Particle · verb qal participle (passive) masculine singularHTd/Vqsmsa
wun.
See NUMBER.