Job 20:10 — Word Study
WLCבָּ֭נָיו יְרַצּ֣וּ דַלִּ֑ים וְ֝יָדָ֗יו תָּשֵׁ֥בְנָה אוֹנֽוֹ׃
BSAHis sonsbên [children, descendants, or offspring] will seek the favorrâtsâh▸ [to please, flatter, or gain favor with] of the poordal [weak, needy, or oppressed ones] for his own handsyâd [strength, power, or ability] must returnshûwb▸ [restore, give back, or repay] his wealthʼôwn [riches, substance, or physical strength]
| Greek | English | Parsing |
|---|---|---|
| בָּ֭נָיו | children his | Noun common masculine plural construct, suffix |
| יְרַצּ֣וּ | they will seek [the] favor of | Verb, Piel, imperfect third person masculine plural |
| דַלִּ֑ים | poor [people] | Adj |
| וְ֝יָדָ֗יו | and own hands his | Conjunction, noun common both dual construct, suffix |
| תָּשֵׁ֥בְנָה | they will give back | Verb, Hiphil, imperfect third person feminine plural |
| אוֹנֽוֹ׃ | wealth his | Noun common masculine singular construct, suffix |
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| BSB | His sons will seek the favor of the poor, for his own hands must return his wealth. |
| KJV | His children shall seek to please the poor, and his hands shall restore their goods. |
| ASV | His children shall seek the favor of the poor, And his hands shall give back his wealth. |
| YLT | His sons do the poor oppress, And his hands give back his wealth. |
| WEB | His children will seek the favor of the poor. His hands will give back his wealth. |
| BBE | His children are hoping that the poor will be kind to them, and his hands give back his wealth. |
Where they part company is יְרַצּ֣וּ — see How Translations Differ.
The sentence has a main clause followed by a reason clause, indicating the relationship between the actions of the sons and their father's fate.
8 commentators on this verse
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clause
verbרָצָה
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Deep Study — Job 20:10
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Context — The Fate of the Wickedgenerated
Job 20:10 discusses the fate of the wicked and how their children will seek favor from the poor, indicating a reversal of fortunes. This reflects the broader theme in the book of Job regarding justice and the consequences of one's actions. The surrounding verses provide context to the downfall of the wicked and the transient nature of their wealth, as seen in Job 20:9 and Job 20:11.
Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Proverbs 28:3 | A destitute leader who oppresses the poor is like a driving rain that leaves no food. |
| 2 | Psalm 109:10 | May his children wander as beggars, seeking sustenance far from their ruined homes. |
| 3 | Job 20:18 | He must return the fruit of his labor without consuming it; he cannot enjoy the profits of his trading. |
| 4 | Exodus 12:36 | And the LORD gave the people such favor in the sight of the Egyptians that they granted their request. In this way they plundered the Egyptians. |
| 5 | Exodus 22:1–3 | “If a man steals an ox or a sheep and slaughters or sells it, he must repay five oxen for an ox and four sheep for a sheep. |
The Treasury of Scripture Knowledge — 9 references, hung on the phrase they belong to
The Key Word — יְרַצּ֣וּ, ye.ra.Tzugenerated
The verb יְרַצּ֣וּ (ye.ra.Tzu) is in the imperfect tense, indicating an ongoing action. It comes from the root רָצָה (ratsah), which means to please or seek favor. This word conveys the idea of actively trying to gain approval or acceptance, particularly from those who are in need.
In this verse, the children of the man are depicted as seeking favor from the poor, highlighting a possible shift in social dynamics and the desperation that can arise from their father's downfall. The choice of this verb emphasizes their need to appeal to those less fortunate, possibly as a means of survival or to restore their family's reputation.
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 main verb of the verse is יְרַצּ֣וּ (they will seek), which governs the subject בָּ֭נָיו (his sons) and the object דַלִּ֑ים (the poor). The structure emphasizes the action of seeking favor as a response to the father's situation.
The conjunction וְ (and) introduces the second part of the sentence, where יָדָיו (his hands) is the subject of the verb תָּשֵׁ֥בְנָה (must return), indicating a return of wealth, thus linking the actions of the sons to their father's fate.
Septuagint Backgroundgenerated
The Septuagint translates יְרַצּ֣וּ as ὀλέσαισαν, which suggests a broader interpretation of seeking favor that may include the idea of destruction or loss. This choice indicates a more dire consequence for the children, emphasizing the severity of their father's downfall.
This translation aligns with the overall theme of the wicked's fate, as the Septuagint often interprets Hebrew terms with a focus on moral implications and consequences.
In plain words — the whole versegenerated
Job 20:10 states that the man's children will seek favor from the poor because their father's wealth must be returned. This verse reflects on the consequences of the father's actions and the social dynamics that arise from his downfall.
Frequently Asked Questionsgenerated
It suggests that the children, facing the consequences of their father's actions, will look to those they may have previously disregarded for support or approval.
This indicates that the father will have to make restitution for his actions, highlighting the theme of justice and accountability.
It illustrates the transient nature of wealth and the moral consequences of one's actions, a central theme in the book of Job.
The poor represent those who are often overlooked or marginalized, and seeking their favor indicates a reversal of fortunes and the need for humility.
Reflection Questionsgenerated
- In what ways do I see the consequences of my actions affecting those around me?
- How can I ensure that I do not overlook the needs of those who are less fortunate?
- What does it mean to seek favor from others, and how can I do this in a way that is genuine?
- How does understanding the transient nature of wealth change my perspective on material possessions?
The early church on this verse — how the Fathers read it
The early commentary from Gregory the Dialogist interprets this verse to discuss the consequences of wickedness and the fate of the rich.
Ver. 10. His children shall be wasted with poverty. 9. It is written, For into a malicious soul wisdom shall not enter [Wisd. 1, 4]; and it is declared by the Psalmist, The rich have lacked and been a hungred [Ps. 34, 10].Early Church Fathers on Job 20 →
Commentators on this verse — 8 expositors, verse by verse
Each of these wrote on Job 20:10 itself, not merely on the chapter around it.
John Gill1697–1771Gill's Exposition of the Entire BibleHis children shall seek to please the poor,.... In this and some following verses the miserable state of a wicked man is described, and which begins with his children, who are often visited in wrath
Read John Gill on Job 20 →Robert Jamieson1802–1880Jamieson, Fausset, and Brown's CommentaryHis children shall seek to please the poor, and his hands shall restore their goods. Seek to please - `atone to the poor' (by restoring the property of which they been robbed by the father) (DeWette).
Read Robert Jamieson on Job 20 →Matthew Poole1624–1679Matthew Poole's Commentary on the Holy BibleShall seek to please the poor; either, 1. To get some small relief from them in their extreme necessity. Or rather, 2. Lest they should revenge themselves of them for the great and many injuries which their father did them, or seek to the magistrate for reparations. His hands shall restore their goods, by the sentence of the judge, to whom the oppressed poor will appeal, notwithstanding all their entreaties and endeavours to dissuade them from so-doing.
Read Matthew Poole on Job 20 →John Trapp1601–1669Trapp's Complete Commentary on the Old and New TestamentsJob 20:10 His children shall seek to please the poor, and his hands shall restore their goods.Ver. 10. His children shall seek to please the poor] Tenuiores sunt ipsis tenuibus, saith Junius; shall be poorer than the poorest, and full glad to comply with them, and humour them, to beg with them, if not to beg of them. A just hand of God upon oppressors, whose work it hath been to make many poor; and now their posterity are brought to extreme poverty. Such shame consult these men to their houses, besides their sin against their own souls, Habakkuk 2:10. Some read it thus, The poor shall oppress his children; and how grievous that is, see Proverbs 28:3. A heathen historian observed that…
Read John Trapp on Job 20 →Charles John Ellicott1819–1905Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers(10) His children shall seek to please the poor.—That is, shall seek their favour by making good what had been taken from them, or otherwise; or it may be rendered, the poor shall oppress his children.
Read Charles John Ellicott on Job 20 →AdamClarkeAdam Clarke's Commentary on the BibleVerse 10. His children shall seek to please the poor] They shall be reduced to the lowest degree of poverty and want, so as to be obliged to become servants to the poor. Cursed be Ham, a servant of servants shall he be. There are cases where the poor actually serve the poor; and this is the lowest or most abject state of poverty. His hands shall restore their goods.] He shall be obliged to restore the goods that he has taken by violence. Mr. Good translates: His branches shall be involved in his iniquity; i.e., his children shall suffer on his account. "His own hands shall render to himself the evil that he has done to others." - Calmet. The clause is variously translated.
Read AdamClarke on Job 20 →CambridgeThe Cambridge Bible for Schools and Colleges10. His children shall seek to please] Or, seek the favour of. The margin is possible, The poor shall oppress his children, but less suitable. restore their goods] Rather, his goods. He shall give back his wealth which he has gotten by unlawful and violent means. The first clause of Job 20:10 is closely connected with Job 20:9, and paints the abject condition of the sinner’s children after his death; the second clause of Job 20:10 and Job 20:11 return to the idea of the sinner’s destruction and assume that he is in life.
Read Cambridge on Job 20 →Albert Barnes1798–1870Barnes' Notes on the BibleHis children shall seek to please the poor - Margin, or, “the poor shall oppress his children.” The idea in the Hebrew seems to be, that his sons shall be reduced to the humiliating condition of
Read Albert Barnes on Job 20 →The verse in English, compared — 17 translations, and where they part company
Every translation on this page is a decision someone had to make and commit to. Read down a column and you see one translator's judgement; read across a row and you see the range the Greek actually allows. The BSB is the wording the rest of this page is measured against, so it is listed first.
Modern formal
His sons will seek the favor of the poor, for his own hands must return his wealth.
His children will seek the favor of the poor. His hands will give back his wealth.
His sons will seek the favor of the poor, for his own hands must return his wealth.
His sons must recompense the poor; his own hands must return his wealth.
Tyndale line
His children shall seek to please the poor, and his hands shall restore their goods.
His children shall seek the favor of the poor, And his hands shall give back his wealth.
His children shall seek the favour of the poor, and his hands shall give back his wealth.
His children shall seek to please the poor, and his hands shall restore their goods.
His children shall flatter the poore, and his hands shall restore his substance.
Strictly literal
His children shall seek the favour of the poor, and his hands restore his wealth.
His sons do the poor oppress, And his hands give back his wealth.
His sons oppress the poor, || And his hands give back his wealth.
His children will suffer oppression from the indigent, and his hands will have to restore his [ill-gotten] wealth.
His children will apologize to poor people; his hands will have to give back his wealth.
From the Latin
His children shall be oppressed with want, and his hands shall render him his sorrow.
Simplified
Their children will have to pay back the poor; they will have to return their wealth.
His children are hoping that the poor will be kind to them, and his hands give back his wealth.
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 and the Septuagint agree in their wording for this verse, with all six words matched. This indicates a consistent understanding of the text across these traditions.
בָּ֭נָיו יְרַצּ֣וּ דַלִּ֑ים וְ֝יָדָ֗יו תָּשֵׁ֥בְנָה אוֹנֽוֹ׃
6 of the 6 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
This is a map of two things, both counted rather than judged. Company kept: which words stand within three words of each of these, anywhere in the Hebrew Bible — the thicker the line, the more often the pair meet compared with chance. Built from: the words a word is made out of, taken from its own Strong’s entry. It is not a map of meaning: nothing here claims two words mean the same thing. Click any circle to see the numbers behind it.
Lexicons — every word in Job 20:10
One dossier per word, with every reference work grouped by kind — Hebrew lexicons, morphology, Bible dictionaries, topical chains and the English of the translators themselves. The verse sits at the head of each block with the word under study lit, so you never lose your place. The panel above gives the short answer; this is the long one, and it is the part of the page worth indexing.
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.
בֵּן (ben) means 'son' or 'male child' and encompasses a wide range of meanings, including descendants, young animals, and even figurative uses like sparks or arrows. It can refer to members of a tribe or class and is used in various contexts throughout the Old Testament, such as in 1 Chronicles 24:26. The word is derived from a root meaning 'to build' and implies a connection to family or lineage.
בֵּן 4870 n.m. son
son, male child, born of a woman
children (male and female)
youth, young men
the young of animals
of plant shoots
fig. of lifeless things, sparks, stars, arrows
member of a guild, order or class
of animals son of (the) herd
ב׳ as n. relat. followed by word of quality, characteristic, etc.
n. relat. of age
base
בְּנוֹ 1 Ch 24:26, 27 as n.pr.m. in AV, RV, but render: the sons of Jaaziah his son, & the sons of Merari by Jaaziah his son, cf. VB & Be Öt.
done
H1121a בֵּן son . son, male child, born of a woman
. children (male and female)
. youth, young men
. the young of animals
. of plant shoots
. fig. of lifeless things, sparks, stars, arrows
. . member of a guild, order or class
. of animals son of (the) herd
. ב׳ as n. relat. followed by word of quality, characteristic, etc.
. n. relat. of age
H1121b בְּנוֹ as n. pr. m. in AV, RV, but render: the sons of Jaaziah his son, & the sons of Merari by Jaaziah his son
1121 ben bane
from 1129; a son (as a builder of the family name), in the
widest sense (of literal and figurative relationship,
including grandson, subject, nation, quality or condition,
etc., (like 1, 251, etc.)):--+ afflicted, age, (Ahoh-)
(Ammon-) (Hachmon-) (Lev-)ite, (anoint-)ed one, appointed to,
(+) arrow, (Assyr-) (Babylon-) (Egypt-) (Grec-)ian, one born,
bough, branch, breed, + (young) bullock, + (young) calf, X
came up in, child, colt, X common, X corn, daughter, X of
first, + firstborn, foal, + very fruitful, + postage, X in, +
kid, + lamb, (+) man, meet, + mighty, + nephew, old, (+)
people, + rebel, + robber, X servant born, X soldier, son, +
spark, + steward, + stranger, X surely, them of, + tumultuous
one, + valiant(-est), whelp, worthy, young (one), youth.
see HEBREW for 01129
see HEBREW for 01
see HEBREW for 0251
בֵּן (ben) — son: child.
: child/son
בְּנוֹ (be.no) — Beno.
A man of the tribe of Levi living at the time of Divided Monarchy, first mentioned at 1Ch.24.26;
son of: Jaaziah (H3269);
brother of: Shoham (H7719), Zaccur (H2139I) and Ibri (H5681)
§ Beno = "his son"
the sons of Jaaziah and the sons of Merari by Jaahziah (his son)
בֵּן (ben) — son: descendant/people.
: descendant, people, tribe, nation
A sub-meaning of ben (בֵּן ": child" H1121)
§ : child/son
בֵּן (ben) — son: young animal.
: calf/lamb/young(ANIMAL)
A sub-meaning of ben (בֵּן ": child" H1121)
§ : descendant
בֵּן (ben) — son: type of.
: rebel/son(Belial)
A sub-meaning of ben (בֵּן ": child" H1121)
§ : people/men/nation/tribe
בֵּן (ben) — son.
: [inheriting]son/heir
A sub-meaning of ben (בֵּן ": child" H1121)
בֵּן (ben) — son: warrior.
: warrior/son(strong)
N-mp | Suff — Noun common masculine plural construct · suffixHNcmpc/Sp3ms
רָצָה (ratsah) is a Hebrew verb meaning to be pleased with or to accept favorably. It encompasses a range of meanings including satisfying a debt, making something acceptable, and seeking favor. The verb appears in various forms, such as being accepted or pleasing others. Notably, it can refer to both personal acceptance and the acceptance of sacrifices.
רָצָה vb. be pleased with, accept favourably
Qal
be pleased with, favourable to
accept
be pleased
make acceptable, satisfy (by paying off debt)
Niph.
pass. of Qal 2, be accepted, of sacrifices
pass. of Qal 4: her punishment is accepted (as satisfactory)
Pi. seek the favour of the poor
Hiph. the land shall pay off her sabbaths
Hithp. with what shall he make himself acceptable unto his lord ?
base
H7521 רָצָה be pleased with, accept favourably .. be pleased with, favourable to
. accept
. be pleased
. make acceptable, satisfy (by paying off debt)
. . pass. of Qal 2, be accepted, of sacrifices
. pass. of Qal 4: her punishment is accepted (as satisfactory)
. seek the favour of the poor
. the land shall pay off her sabbaths
. with what shall he make himself acceptable unto his lord ?
7521 ratsah raw-tsaw'
a primitive root; to be pleased with; specifically, to
satisfy a debt:--(be) accept(-able), accomplish, set
affection, approve, consent with, delight (self), enjoy, (be,
have a) favour(-able), like, observe, pardon, (be, have, take)
please(-ure), reconcile self.
רָצָה (ra.tsah) — to accept.
1) to be pleased with, be favourable to, accept favourably
1a) (Qal)
1a1) to be pleased with, be favourable to
1a2) to accept
1a3) to be pleased, be determined
1a4) to make acceptable, satisfy
1a5) to please
1b) (Niphal) to be accepted, be pleased with
1c) (Piel) to seek favour of
1d) (Hiphil) to please, pay off
1e) (Hithpael) to make oneself acceptable or pleasing
V-Piel-Imperf-3mp — Verb · Piel · imperfect third person masculine pluralHVpi3mp
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…
The Hebrew word דַּל (dal) is built from the root meaning 'dangling' or 'weak.' It covers a range of meanings including low, weak, poor, and thin, and is particularly noted in wisdom literature and poetry. The entries consistently emphasize its connotations of neediness and weakness.
דַּל adj. low, weak, poor, thin (especially common in Wisd. lit. and poet.)
base
H1800 דַּל low, weak, poor, thin (especially common in Wisd. lit. and poet.)
1800 dal dal
from 1809; properly, dangling, i.e. (by implication) weak or
thin:--lean, needy, poor (man), weaker.
see HEBREW for 01809
דַּל (dal) — poor.
low, poor, weak, thin, one who is low
Adj — AdjHAampa
pe'-p'-l: In English Versions of the Bible represents something over a dozen Hebrew and Greek words. Of these, in the Old Testament, `am, is overwhelmingly the most common (about 2,000 times), with le'om, and goy, next in order; but the various Hebrew words are used with very little or no difference in force (e.g. Pr 14:28; but, on the other hand, in Ps 44 contrast verses 12 and 14). Of the changes introduced by the Revised Version (British and American) the only one of significance (cited explicitly in the Preface to the English Revised Version) is the frequent use of the plural "peoples" (strangely avoided in the King James Version except Re 10:11; 17:15), where other nations than Israel are in question. So, for instance, in Ps…
יָד (yad) means 'hand' and can also refer to strength or power in a figurative sense. It encompasses various technical uses, such as a sign or monument, parts or shares, and even specific components in construction, like axle-trees and supports for the laver. The word is versatile, appearing in both literal and metaphorical contexts.
יָד 1604 n.f. hand
hand
Fig. = strength, power
Fig. = side
יָד is used in various special, technical senses:—
sign, monument
part, fractional part or share
time, repetition
axle-trees
stays, supports for laver
tenons on sides of boards of tabernacle
a (beckoning) hand
יַד with prep.
base
H3027 יָד hand . hand
. Fig. = strength, power
. Fig. = side
. יָד is used in various special, technical senses:— . sign, monument
. part, fractional part or share
. time, repetition
. axle-trees
. stays, supports for laver
. tenons on sides of boards of tabernacle
. a (beckoning) hand
. יַד with prep.
3027 yad yawd
a primitive word; a hand (the open one (indicating power,
means, direction, etc.), in distinction from 3709, the closed
one); used (as noun, adverb, etc.) in a great variety of
applications, both literally and figuratively, both proximate
and remote (as follows):--(+ be) able, X about, + armholes,
at, axletree, because of, beside, border, X bounty, + broad,
(broken-)handed, X by, charge, coast, + consecrate, +
creditor, custody, debt, dominion, X enough, + fellowship,
force, X from, hand(-staves, -y work), X he, himself, X in,
labour, + large, ledge, (left-)handed, means, X mine,
ministry, near, X of, X order, ordinance, X our, parts, pain,
power, X presumptuously, service, side, sore, state, stay,
draw with strength, stroke, + swear, terror, X thee, X by
them, X themselves, X thine own, X thou, through, X throwing,
+ thumb, times, X to, X under, X us, X wait on, (way-)side,
יָד (yad) — hand.
: hand/arm[anatomy]
1) hand
1a) hand (of man)
1b) strength, power (fig.)
1c) side (of land), part, portion (metaph.) (fig.)
1d) (various special, technical senses)
1d1) sign, monument
1d2) part, fractional part, share
1d3) time, repetition
1d4) axle-trees, axle
1d5) stays, support (for laver)
1d6) tenons (in tabernacle)
1d7) a phallus, a hand (meaning unsure)
1d8) wrists
יָד (yad) — hand: power.
: hand/arm[anatomy]
1) hand
1a) hand (of man)
1b) strength, power (fig.)
1c) side (of land), part, portion (metaph.) (fig.)
1d) (various special, technical senses)
1d1) sign, monument
1d2) part, fractional part, share
1d3) time, repetition
1d4) axle-trees, axle
1d5) stays, support (for laver)
1d6) tenons (in tabernacle)
1d7) a phallus, a hand (meaning unsure)
1d8) wrists
יָד (yad) — hand: themselves.
: hand/arm[anatomy]
1) hand
1a) hand (of man)
1b) strength, power (fig.)
Conj | N-cd | Suff — Conjunction · noun common both dual construct · suffixHC/Ncbdc/Sp3ms
The Hebrew word שׁוּב (shuwb) means to turn back or return, covering a wide range of contexts including physical, spiritual, and relational. It can denote returning to a previous state, repenting, or even apostatizing. The entries describe various forms and uses, including bringing back, restoring, and refreshing. Notably, it can also imply a change in course of action.
שׁוּב 1056 vb. turn back, return
Qal 683;—turn back, return:
turn back
return, come or go back
esp. return unto
of dying
of revival from death
fig. of human relations:
return to leader, king
= change so as to appoach (in purpose, desire)
turn, i.e. resort to
return to a physical condition
abs. = change course of action
fig., specif. of spiritual relations:
turn back from God = apostatize
of י׳, turn away
turn back to God (= seek penitently)
abs. repent
turn back from evil
of י׳
of י׳, return (to shew favour)
of inanimate things (sts. personified, or treated as things of life):
denoting repetition, etc.
trans.
Pō‛l.
bring back
fig. restore, refresh
restore, repair
lead away (enticingly)
shew turning = apostatize
Hiph. 353 cause to return, bring back
bring back into bondage
put back
= draw back
= give back, restore
= relinguish
= give in payment, requital
bring one back (from dead)
bring back heart
= refresh
H7725 שׁוּב turn back, return .—turn back, return: . turn back
. return, come or go back
. esp. return unto
. . of dying
. of revival from death
. fig. of human relations: . return to leader, king
. = change so as to appoach (in purpose, desire)
. turn, i.e. resort to
. return to a physical condition
. abs. = change course of action
. fig., specif. of spiritual relations: . turn back from God = apostatize
. of י׳, turn away
. turn back to God (= seek penitently)
. abs. repent
. turn back from evil
. of י׳
. of י׳, return (to shew favour)
. of inanimate things (sts. personified, or treated as things of life):
. denoting repetition, etc.
. trans.
. . bring back
. . fig. restore, refresh
. restore, repair
. lead away (enticingly)
. shew turning = apostatize
. cause to return, bring back . . bring back into bondage
. put back
. = draw back
. = give back, restore
. = relinguish
. = give in payment, requital
7725 shuwb shoob
a primitive root; to turn back (hence, away) transitively or
intransitively, literally or figuratively (not necessarily
with the idea of return to the starting point); generally to
retreat; often adverbial, again:--((break, build, circumcise,
dig, do anything, do evil, feed, lay down, lie down, lodge,
make, rejoice, send, take, weep)) X again, (cause to) answer
(+ again), X in any case (wise), X at all, averse, bring
(again, back, home again), call (to mind), carry again (back),
cease, X certainly, come again (back), X consider, +
continually, convert, deliver (again), + deny, draw back,
fetch home again, X fro, get (oneself) (back) again, X give
(again), go again (back, home), (go) out, hinder, let, (see)
more, X needs, be past, X pay, pervert, pull in again, put
(again, up again), recall, recompense, recover, refresh,
relieve, render (again), requite, rescue, restore, retrieve,
שׁוּב (shuv) — to return: return.
: return
1) to return, turn back
1a) (Qal)
1a1) to turn back, return
1a1a) to turn back
1a1b) to return, come or go back
1a1c) to return unto, go back, come back
1a1d) of dying
1a1e) of human relations (fig)
1a1f) of spiritual relations (fig)
1a1f1) to turn back (from God), apostatise
1a1f2) to turn away (of God)
1a1f3) to turn back (to God), repent
1a1f4) turn back (from evil)
1a1g) of inanimate things
1a1h) in repetition
1b) (Polel)
1b1) to bring back
1b2) to restore, refresh, repair (fig)
1b3) to lead away (enticingly)
1b4) to show turning, apostatise
1c) (Pual) restored (participle)
1d) (Hiphil) to cause to return, bring back
1d1) to bring back, allow to return, put back, draw back, give back, restore, relinquish, give in payment
1d2) to bring back, refresh, restore
1d3) to bring back, report to, answer
1d4) to bring back, make requital, pay (as recompense)
V-Hiphil-Imperf-3fp — Verb · Hiphil · imperfect third person feminine pluralHVhi3fp
אוֹן (on) encompasses concepts of strength, vigor, and wealth. It is built from the idea of effort leading to success, indicating not just physical might but also generative power and material wealth. The term appears in contexts relating to both human strength and resources.
אוֹן n.m. vigour, wealth
manly vigor
strength
wealth
base
H202 אוֹן vigour, wealth . manly vigor
. strength
. wealth
202 'own one
probably from the same as 205 (in the sense of effort, but
successful); ability, power, (figuratively) wealth:--force,
goods, might, strength, substance.
see HEBREW for 0205
אוֹן (on) — strength.
1) vigour, generative power
2) wealth
3) physical strength (of men and behemoth)
N-ms | Suff — Noun common masculine singular construct · suffixHNcmsc/Sp3ms