Strong's Lexicon geburah: Might, Strength, Power, Valor Original Word: גְּבוּרָה Word Origin: Derived from the root גָּבַר (gabar), meaning "to be strong" or "to prevail." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: - 1411 (dynamis): Often translated as "power" or "might," reflecting similar concepts of strength and ability. - 2479 (ischys): Denotes strength or might, often used in contexts of physical or moral power. Usage: The Hebrew word "geburah" primarily denotes strength, might, or power. It is often used to describe the might of God, the valor of warriors, or the strength of nations. In a broader sense, it can refer to any form of power or strength, whether physical, moral, or spiritual. Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient Israelite culture, strength and might were highly valued attributes, often associated with God's character and His acts of deliverance. The concept of "geburah" was not limited to physical prowess but extended to moral courage and spiritual fortitude. In the context of Israel's history, "geburah" was often seen in the exploits of judges, kings, and warriors who acted under God's guidance and power. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Origin(Aramaic) corresponding to geburah Definition might NASB Translation power (2). Brown-Driver-Briggs [גְּבוּרָה] noun feminine might; — emphatic גְּביּרְתָּא (K§ § 9 c): 57 b) a) but M§ 72 c) Daniel 2:20,23. Strong's Exhaustive Concordance might (Aramaic) corresponding to gbuwrah; power -- might. see HEBREW gbuwrah Forms and Transliterations וּגְבוּרְתָ֖א וגבורתא ū·ḡə·ḇū·rə·ṯā ūḡəḇūrəṯā ugevureTaLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance Daniel 2:20 HEB: דִּ֧י חָכְמְתָ֛א וּגְבוּרְתָ֖א דִּ֥י לֵֽהּ־ NAS: For wisdom and power belong to Him. KJV: for wisdom and might are INT: For wisdom and power forasmuch are Daniel 2:23 2 Occurrences |
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