Psalms 85:9 — Word Study
WLCאַ֤ךְ׀ קָר֣וֹב לִירֵאָ֣יו יִשְׁע֑וֹ לִשְׁכֹּ֖ן כָּב֣וֹד בְּאַרְצֵֽנוּ׃
BSAto hearshâmaʻ what?mâh to speakdâbar godʼêl The LordYᵉhôvâh forkîy to speakdâbar Peaceshâlôwm to(wards)ʼêl Amawʻam to(wards)ʼêl piouschâçîyd notʼal to returnshûwb confidencekiçlâh
| Greek | English | Parsing |
|---|---|---|
| אַ֤ךְ׀ | surely | Adverb |
| קָר֣וֹב | [is] near | |
| לִירֵאָ֣יו | to [those] fearing him | Preposition, suffix |
| יִשְׁע֑וֹ | salvation his | Noun common masculine singular construct, suffix |
| לִשְׁכֹּ֖ן | to dwell | Preposition, verb qal infinitive construct common |
| כָּב֣וֹד | glory | Noun common, masculine singular absolute |
| בְּאַרְצֵֽנוּ׃ | in land our | Preposition, noun common both singular construct, suffix |
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| BSB | Surely His salvation is near to those who fear Him, that His glory may dwell in our land. |
| KJV | Surely his salvation is nigh them that fear him; that glory may dwell in our land. |
| ASV | Surely his salvation is nigh them that fear him, That glory may dwell in our land. |
| YLT | Only, near to those fearing Him [is] His salvation, That honour may dwell in our land. |
| WEB | Surely his salvation is near those who fear him, that glory may dwell in our land. |
| BBE | Truly, his salvation is near to his worshippers; so that glory may be in our land. |
The translations agree on the core meaning of the verse, emphasizing God's salvation and glory.
The sentence has a main clause followed by a purpose clause, indicating the intended outcome of God's salvation.
8 commentators on this verse
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Deep Study — Psalms 85:9
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Context — The Assurance of God's Salvationgenerated
Psalm 85:9 assures us that God's salvation is imminent for those who fear Him. The psalmist emphasizes the relationship between reverence for God and the experience of His glory in the land. This theme is common in the Psalms, where the connection between divine favor and human reverence is often highlighted. The verses surrounding this one reflect on God's peace and righteousness, creating a rich context of hope and expectation for His people.
Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Psalm 24:4–5 | He who has clean hands and a pure heart, who does not lift up his soul to an idol or swear deceitfully. |
| 2 | Psalm 50:23 | He who sacrifices a thank offering honors Me, and to him who rights his way, I will show the salvation of God.” |
| 3 | Psalm 119:155 | Salvation is far from the wicked because they do not seek Your statutes. |
| 4 | Isaiah 46:13 | I am bringing My righteousness near; it is not far away, and My salvation will not be delayed. I will grant salvation to Zion and adorn Israel with My splendor. |
| 5 | Mark 12:32–34 | “Right, Teacher,” the scribe replied. “You have stated correctly that God is One and there is no other but Him, |
The Treasury of Scripture Knowledge — 15 references, hung on the phrase they belong to
The Key Word — יִשְׁע֑וֹ, yish.'Ogenerated
The noun יֵ֫שַׁע (yesha`) signifies salvation or deliverance, derived from the root that conveys the idea of rescue. It is often used in contexts of divine intervention, indicating both physical and spiritual aspects of salvation.
In this verse, it emphasizes the assurance that God's saving help is near for those who fear Him. The construct form suggests a personal possession, indicating that this salvation belongs to those who revere God.
How Translations Differ — measured against the Berean Standard Biblegenerated
In the Berean Standard Bible, the verse uses salvation, which is consistent across the KJV, ASV, and YLT.
Sentence Structuregenerated
The main clause is centered around the finite verb יִשְׁע֑וֹ, salvation his, which connects the subject of God's salvation with the condition of those who fear Him. The structure includes prepositional phrases that elaborate on proximity and the intended dwelling of God's glory.
The order of the Hebrew words emphasizes the immediacy of salvation and the relationship to reverence, setting a tone of expectation and hope.
Septuagint Backgroundgenerated
In the Septuagint, the Hebrew יִשְׁע֑וֹ is rendered as ὅτι (hoti), which translates to 'that.' This choice shifts the focus slightly, framing the statement as a declaration rather than a direct possession of salvation.
This translation indicates an interpretive nuance, emphasizing the certainty of God's salvation for those who fear Him, while maintaining the original sentiment of the Hebrew text.
In plain words — the whole versegenerated
Psalm 85:9 tells us that God's salvation is near for those who fear Him, and that His glory is meant to dwell in our land. This verse emphasizes the connection between reverence for God and the experience of His presence among His people.
Frequently Asked Questionsgenerated
It signifies that God's help and deliverance are imminent for those who revere Him, providing hope and assurance of His presence.
Fearing God involves reverence and respect, which opens the way for His glory to dwell among His people, as indicated in this verse.
It represents God's presence and favor among His people, highlighting the blessings that come from living in accordance with His will.
Cultivating a fear of God involves revering Him through worship, obedience, and recognizing His holiness and authority in our lives.
Reflection Questionsgenerated
- In what ways have I experienced God's salvation in my life?
- How can I show reverence for God in my daily actions?
- What does it mean for God's glory to dwell in my community?
- How can I encourage others to recognize the importance of fearing God?
The early church on this verse — how the Fathers read it
Early commentary on this verse reflects on God's promise of salvation for those who fear Him, as noted by Augustine of Hippo in his exposition.
"Nevertheless, His salvation is near them that fear Him" [Psalms 85:9]. There were some even then who feared Him in the Jewish people.Early Church Fathers on Psalms 85 →
Commentators on this verse — 8 expositors, verse by verse
Each of these wrote on Psalms 85:9 itself, not merely on the chapter around it.
John Gill1697–1771Gill's Exposition of the Entire BibleSurely his salvation is nigh them that fear him,.... That have a true sense of sin and folly, are humbled for it, hate it, and depart from it, and do not return unto it; have a reverential affection
Read John Gill on Psalms 85 →Robert Jamieson1802–1880Jamieson, Fausset, and Brown's CommentarySurely his salvation is nigh them that fear him; that glory may dwell in our land.
Read Robert Jamieson on Psalms 85 →Matthew Poole1624–1679Matthew Poole's Commentary on the Holy BibleHis salvation; that complete salvation and deliverance for which all the Israel of God do pray and wait, even the redemption of Israel by the Messiah; of which not only Christian, but even Jewish, writers understand this place; and to which the following passages do most properly and perfectly belong. And the psalmist might well say of this salvation that it was nigh, because the seventy weeks determined by Daniel for this work, , were now begun, this Psalm being written after Daniel’ s time. Them that fear him; the true Israel of God, even all those that love and fear him; by which words he both excludes all hypocritical Israelites from this salvation, and tacitly assigns it to all that…
Read Matthew Poole on Psalms 85 →John Trapp1601–1669Trapp's Complete Commentary on the Old and New TestamentsPsalms 85:9 Surely his salvation [is] nigh them that fear him; that glory may dwell in our land.Ver. 9. Surely his salvation is nigh them, &c.] Though they be so bleared oft with tears that they cannot see it, and so discouraged that they have even done looking for it, Luke 18:7-8. That glory may dwell in our land] The Fathers both by salvation and glory dwelling with men understand Christ, John 1:16.
Read John Trapp on Psalms 85 →Charles John Ellicott1819–1905Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers(9-11) The exquisite personification of these verses is, it has been truly remarked, exactly in Isaiah’s manner. (See Isaiah 32:16 seq., Isaiah 45:8; Isaiah 59:14.) It is an allegory of completed national happiness, which, though presented in language peculiar to Hebrew thought, is none the less universal in its application. Nor does it stop at material blessings, but lends itself to the expression of the highest truths. The poet sees once more the glory which had so long deserted the land come back—as its symbol, the ark, once came back—and take up its abode there. He sees the covenant favour once more descend and meet the divine faithfulness of which, lately, perplexed minds were…
Read Charles John Ellicott on Psalms 85 →AdamClarkeAdam Clarke's Commentary on the BibleVerse 9. Surely his salvation is nigh] To him who fears God, and trembles at his word, his salvation is nigh at hand. That glory may dwell in our land.] That thy worship may be restored, the temple rebuilt, and the Divine shechinah, or symbol of the presence of God, resume its place. The pure and undefiled religion of God preached, professed, and experienced in a nation, is the glory of that land. The Prophet Haggai had said that the glory of the latter house - the temple built after their return from Babylon, should be greater than the glory of the former, viz., of that built by Solomon: but, as a building, it was far inferior to the former; yet it had a superior glory in being visited by…
Read AdamClarke on Psalms 85 →CambridgeThe Cambridge Bible for Schools and Colleges9. The Psalmist expands the results of that word of peace. them that fear him] Those who answer to their calling as ‘saints.’ Cp. Psalms 103:11; Psalms 103:13; Psalms 103:17. that glory may dwell in our land] ‘Glory’ is the manifest Presence of Jehovah, which Ezekiel saw departing from the doomed city (Psalms 10:18), but returning to it in the glorious restoration (Psalms 43:4 ff.). Cp. Isaiah 60:1-2; Zechariah 2:5. ‘Dwell’ is the word specially used of the abiding of God among His people, from which later Heb. derived the term Shechinah for the Presence of God in the Tabernacle and Temple (Exodus 40:34-35; 2 Chronicles 7:1-3). Comp. Zechariah 2:10-11; Zechariah 8:3. The promise of the…
Read Cambridge on Psalms 85 →Albert Barnes1798–1870Barnes' Notes on the BibleSurely his salvation - His help; his aid. The word here does not mean salvation in the restricted use of the term as applied to the future life, but it means deliverance of all kinds - rescue from trouble, danger, calamity.
Read Albert Barnes on Psalms 85 →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
Surely His salvation is near to those who fear Him, that His glory may dwell in our land.
Surely his salvation is near those who fear him, that glory may dwell in our land.
Surely His salvation is near to those who fear Him, that His glory may dwell in our land.
Certainly his loyal followers will soon experience his deliverance; then his splendor will again appear in our land.
Tyndale line
Surely his salvation is nigh them that fear him; that glory may dwell in our land.
Surely his salvation is nigh them that fear him, That glory may dwell in our land.
Surely his salvation is nigh them that fear him; that glory may dwell in our land.
Surely his salvation is nigh them that fear him; that glory may dwell in our land.
Surely his saluation is neere to them that feare him, that glory may dwell in our land.
Strictly literal
Surely his salvation is nigh them that fear him, that glory may dwell in our land.
Only, near to those fearing Him [is] His salvation, That honour may dwell in our land.
Surely His salvation [is] near to those fearing Him, || That glory may dwell in our land.
(85:10) Surely, nigh is his salvation unto those that fear him: that glory may dwell in our land.
Surely his salvation is near to those who fear him; then glory will remain in our land.
From the Latin
All the nations thou hast made shall come and adore before thee, O Lord: and they shall glorify thy name.
Simplified
Truly God's salvation is with those who do as he says. His glorious presence will live with us in our land.
Truly, his salvation is near to his worshippers; so that glory may be in our land.
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 closely, with all seven words matching in the Hebrew text. This alignment shows a consistent transmission of the verse's core message across these traditions.
אַ֤ךְ׀ קָר֣וֹב לִירֵאָ֣יו יִשְׁע֑וֹ לִשְׁכֹּ֖ן כָּב֣וֹד בְּאַרְצֵֽנוּ׃
7 of the 7 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 Psalms 85:9
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.
אַךְ (ak) is an adverb meaning 'surely' or 'indeed,' often used to emphasize what follows. It can also carry a restrictive sense, translating to 'only' or 'but.' The entries indicate its use in various contexts, but do not provide specific verse references.
אַךְ 159 adv. 1. surely. 2. with a restrictive force, emphasizing what follows
base
H389 אַךְ 1. surely. 2. with a restrictive force, emphasizing what follows
389 'ak ak
akin to 403; a particle of affirmation, surely; hence (by
limitation) only:--also, in any wise, at least, but,
certainly, even, howbeit, nevertheless, notwithstanding, only,
save, surely, of a surety, truly, verily, + wherefore, yet
(but).
see HEBREW for 0403
אַךְ (akh) — surely.
1) indeed, surely (emphatic)
2) howbeit, only, but, yet (restrictive)
HD — AdverbHD
קָרֹב (qarowb) means 'near' and can refer to proximity in place, time, or personal relationships, including kinship. It is derived from the root meaning to approach or be allied. The term appears in various contexts, such as describing the nearest city or a neighbor, as well as in relation to God.
קָרֹב, קָרוֹב 78 adj. near;—
of city, the nearest
of pers.:
the nearest to; his neighbour.
abs.
of near relationship
near to י׳
near to י׳ in ceremon. function
of God (י׳)
of word
of time
base
H7138 קָרֹב, קָרוֹב near
7138 qarowb kaw-robe'
or qarob {kaw-robe'}; from 7126; near (in place, kindred or
time):--allied, approach, at hand, + any of kin,
kinsfold(-sman), (that is) near (of kin), neighbour, (that is)
next, (them that come) nigh (at hand), more ready, short(-ly).
see HEBREW for 07126
קָרֹב (qa.rov) — near.
1) near
1a) of place
1b) of time
1c) of personal relationship
1c1) kinship
HAamsa — HAamsa
יָרֵא (yare') is an adjective and verb derived from the root יָרֵא (H3372), meaning 'to fear.' It encompasses meanings such as 'afraid' and 'reverent.' The entries indicate a moral aspect to fear, suggesting a sense of reverence alongside being fearful.
יָרֵא adj. verb. v. supr. [j.df.aa] Pt.
base
H3373 יָרֵא adj. verb. v. supr. [3372] Pt.
3373 yare' yaw-ray'
from 3372; fearing; morally, reverent:--afraid, fear (-ful).
see HEBREW for 03372
יָרֵא (ya.re) — afraid.
fearing, reverent, afraid
HR/Aampc/Sp3ms — Preposition · suffixHR/Aampc/Sp3ms
יֵ֫שַׁע (yesha`) refers to concepts of deliverance, rescue, and salvation, encompassing both physical and spiritual aspects. It also includes ideas of safety, welfare, and prosperity. The entries consistently emphasize its use in contexts of divine rescue and victory.
יֵ֫שַׁע n.m. deliverance, rescue, salvation, also safety, welfare
safety, welfare, prosperity
salvation, i.e. primarily physical rescue, by God, oft. with added spiritual idea
victory
base
H3468 יֵ֫שַׁע deliverance, rescue, salvation, also safety, welfare . safety, welfare, prosperity
. salvation, i.e. primarily physical rescue, by God, oft. with added spiritual idea
. victory
3468 yesha` yeh'-shah
or yeshai {yay'-shah}; from 3467; liberty, deliverance,
prosperity:--safety, salvation, saving.
see HEBREW for 03467
יֵ֫שַׁע (ye.sah) — salvation.
1) deliverance, salvation, rescue, safety, welfare
1a) safety, welfare, prosperity
1b) salvation
1c) victory
HNcmsc/Sp3ms — Noun common masculine singular construct · suffixHNcmsc/Sp3ms
שָׁכַן (shakan) is a Hebrew verb meaning to settle down, abide, or dwell. It encompasses various forms of residing, both literally and figuratively, and includes nuances of establishing or causing to dwell. The entries indicate its use in different grammatical forms, such as Qal, Piel, and Hiphil, which express actions related to dwelling and establishing habitation.
שָׁכַן, שָׁכֵ֑ן 129 vb. settle down, abide, dwell
Qal
settle down to abide
abide, dwell
Pi.
make settle down, establish
make to dwell
Hiph.
lay
cause birds to settle
cause to dwell
base
H7931 שָׁכַן, שָׁכֵ֑ן settle down, abide, dwell
7931 shakan shaw-kan'
a primitive root (apparently akin (by transmission) to 7901
through the idea of lodging; compare 5531, 7925); to reside or
permanently stay (literally or figuratively):--abide,
continue, (cause to, make to) dwell(-er), have habitation,
inhabit, lay, place, (cause to) remain, rest, set (up).
see HEBREW for 05531
see HEBREW for 07925
שָׁכַן (sha.khan) — to dwell.
1) to settle down, abide, dwell, tabernacle, reside
1a) (Qal)
1a1) to settle down to abide
1a2) to abide, dwell, reside
1b) (Piel)
1b1) to make settle down, establish
1b2) to make or cause to dwell
1c) (Hiphil)
1c1) to lay, place, set, establish, settle, fix
1c2) to cause to dwell or abide
Aramaic equivalent: she.khan (שְׁכֵן "to dwell" H7932)
HR/Vqcc — Preposition · verb qal infinitive construct commonHR/Vqcc
dwel:
(1) In the Old Testament "dwell" is a translation of 9 words, of which by far the most frequent is yashabh, "to sit down," translated "dwell" over 400 times (Ge 4:20; Jos 20:4; 1Ch 17:1,4,5, etc.); also very frequently "sit," and sometimes "abide," "inhabit," "remain." Another word often rendered "dwell" is shakhan or shakhen ("to settle down"), from which is derived the rabbinic word shekhinah (literally, "that which dwells"), the light on the mercy-seat which symbolized the Divine presence (Ex 25:8, etc.). In order to avoid appearing to localize the Divine Being, wherever God is said to "dwell" in a place, the Targum renders that He "causes His Shekinah to dwell"…
Dwell
Tents were in primitive times the common dwellings of men. Houses were afterwards built, the walls of which were frequently of mud (Job 24:16; Matt. 6:19, 20) or of sun-dried bricks.
God “dwells in light” (1 Tim. 6:16; 1 John 1:7), in heaven (Ps. 123:1), in his church (Ps. 9:11; 1 John 4:12). Christ dwelt on earth in the days of his humiliation (John 1:14). He now dwells in the hearts of his people (Eph.…
כָּבוֹד (kabowd) refers to concepts of abundance, honour, and glory. It encompasses external splendor, dignity of position, and reputation, as well as the inner nobility of a person. The term can denote both the weightiness of glory and the reverence due to someone. The entries consistently emphasize its positive connotations.
כָּבוֹד n.m. and f. abundance, honour, glory
abundance, riches
honour, splendor, glory, of external condition and circumstances
honour, dignity of position
honour, reputation, of character
my honour, poet. of the seat of honour in the inner man, the noblest part of man
honour, reverence, glory, as due to one or ascribed to one
glory as the object, of honour, reverence and glorifying
base
H3519 כָּבוֹד abundance, honour, glory . abundance, riches
. honour, splendor, glory, of external condition and circumstances
. honour, dignity of position
. honour, reputation, of character
. my honour, poet. of the seat of honour in the inner man, the noblest part of man
. honour, reverence, glory, as due to one or ascribed to one
. glory as the object, of honour, reverence and glorifying
3519 kabowd kaw-bode'
rarely kabod {kaw-bode'}; from 3513; properly, weight, but
only figuratively in a good sense, splendor or
copiousness:--glorious(-ly), glory, honour(-able).
see HEBREW for 03513
כָּבוֹד (ka.vod) — glory.
1) glory, honour, glorious, abundance
1a) abundance, riches
1b) honour, splendour, glory
1c) honour, dignity
1d) honour, reputation
1e) honour, reverence, glory
1f) glory
HNcmsa — Noun common · masculine singular absoluteHNcmsa
glo'-ri (substantive):
I. METHOD OF TREATMENT
II. GENERAL USE OF THE TERM
1. As Applied to External Things
2. As Applied to Yahweh
III. THE USES OF KABHODH
1. Material Wealth
2. Human Dignity and Majesty
3. "My Soul": the Self
4. Self-Manifestation of God (Yahweh)
(1) Exodus 23:18 ff
(2) Isaiah 6
(3) Psalms 19:1
(4) Sinai and the Temple
(5) Ezekiel's Visions
(6) Messianic Ideal
(7) Its Ethical Content
IV. IN THE APOCRYPHA AND THE NEW TESTAMENT
1. In the Apocrypha:
(1) As Applied to External Things
(2) As Applied to God
2. In the New Testament:
(1) As Applied to Men
(2) As Applied to God
(3) As Applied to the Saints
(4) As Applied to the Messianic Kingdom
3. Its Ethical Significance
LITERATURE
I. Method of Treatment.
Glory
(Heb. kabhod; Gr. doxa). (1.) Abundance, wealth, treasure, and hence honour (Ps. 49:12); glory (Gen. 31:1; Matt. 4:8; Rev. 21:24, 26).
(2.) Honour, dignity (1 Kings 3:13; Heb. 2:7 1 Pet. 1:24); of God (Ps. 19:1; 29:1); of the mind or heart (Gen. 49:6; Ps. 7:5; Acts 2:46).
- God is, to his people
- Christ is, to his people
- The gospel ordained to be, to saints
- Of the gospel, exceeds that of the law
אֶ֫רֶץ (erets) is a feminine noun meaning 'earth' or 'land.' It encompasses various meanings, including the whole earth, specific territories like Canaan, and even inhabitants of the land. It can refer to soil, ground, or regions, and is used in phrases related to distance and the living. There is a note on the plural form אֲרָצוֹת, which mainly appears in later texts to denote multiple lands.
אֶ֫רֶץ n. f. & (seld.) m. earth, land
earth, whole earth (opp. to a part)
earth, opp. to heaven, sky
earth = inhabitants of earth
land =
country, territory
district, region
trial territory
piece of ground
specif. land of Canaan, or Israel
= inhabitants of land
used even of Shᵉʼôl
ground, surface of ground
soil, as productive
אֶרֶץ in phrases
people of the land
in measurements of distance
the country of the plain, level or plain country
land of the living
end(s) of the earth
pl. אֲרָצוֹת is almost wholly late; it denotes lands, countries, often in contrast to Canaan, lands of the nations, etc.
base
H776 אֶ֫רֶץ n. f. & (seld.) m. earth, land . . earth, whole earth (opp. to a part)
. earth, opp. to heaven, sky
. earth = inhabitants of earth
. land = . country, territory
. district, region
. trial territory
. piece of ground
. specif. land of Canaan, or Israel
. = inhabitants of land
. used even of Shᵉʼôl
. . ground, surface of ground
. soil, as productive
. אֶרֶץ in phrases . people of the land
. in measurements of distance
. the country of the plain, level or plain country
. land of the living
. end(s) of the earth
. pl. אֲרָצוֹת is almost wholly late; it denotes lands, countries, often in contrast to Canaan, lands of the nations, etc.
776 'erets eh'-rets
from an unused root probably meaning to be firm; the earth
(at large, or partitively a land):--X common, country, earth,
field, ground, land, X natins, way, + wilderness, world.
אֶ֫רֶץ (e.rets) — land: country/planet.
: country/field
1) land, earth
1a) earth
1a1) whole earth (as opposed to a part)
1a2) earth (as opposed to heaven)
1a3) earth (inhabitants)
1b) land
1b1) country, territory
1b2) district, region
1b3) tribal territory
1b4) piece of ground
1b5) land of Canaan, Israel
1b6) inhabitants of land
1b7) Sheol, land without return, (under) world
1b8) city (-state)
1c) ground, surface of the earth
1c1) ground
1c2) soil
1d) (in phrases)
1d1) people of the land
1d2) space or distance of country (in measurements of distance)
1d3) level or plain country
1d4) land of the living
1d5) end(s) of the earth
1e) (almost wholly late in usage)
1e1) lands, countries
1e1a) often in contrast to Canaan
אֶ֫רֶץ (e.rets) — land: soil.
: soil
1) land, earth
1a) earth
1a1) whole earth (as opposed to a part)
1a2) earth (as opposed to heaven)
1a3) earth (inhabitants)
1b) land
1b1) country, territory
HR/Ncbsc/Sp1fp — Preposition · noun common both singular construct · suffixHR/Ncbsc/Sp1fp