Strong's Lexicon ayyah: Falcon, Kite Original Word: אַיָּה Word Origin: Derived from the root אָוָה (avah), meaning "to desire" or "to long for." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: There is no direct Greek equivalent in the Strong's Concordance for "ayyah," as the Greek New Testament does not specifically mention this bird. However, birds of prey in general are sometimes referred to in apocalyptic literature, such as in Revelation. Usage: The Hebrew word "ayyah" refers to a type of bird of prey, specifically a falcon or kite. These birds are known for their keen eyesight and ability to soar high in the sky, often associated with swiftness and precision. In the biblical context, "ayyah" is used to describe unclean birds according to the dietary laws given to the Israelites. Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient Israel, birds of prey like the "ayyah" were considered unclean and were not to be eaten, as outlined in the Levitical laws. These birds were often seen as symbols of desolation and judgment due to their scavenging nature. The presence of such birds in a region could indicate desolation or abandonment, as they were often found in deserted areas. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originof uncertain derivation Definition a hawk, falcon, kite NASB Translation falcon (2), falcon's (1). Brown-Driver-Briggs I. אַיָּה noun feminine hawk, falcon, kite (perhaps from cry; compare Arabic  , a kind of hawk) Leviticus 11:14; Deuteronomy 14:13 Generic, compare לְמִינָהּ & Di; Job 28:7 (keen-sighted). Strong's Exhaustive Concordance kite, vulture Perhaps from 'iy; the screamer, i.e. A hawk -- kite, vulture. see HEBREW 'iy Forms and Transliterations אַיֵּ֑ה אַיָּֽה׃ איה איה׃ הָ֣אַיָּ֔ה הָאַיָּ֖ה האיה ’ay·yāh ’ay·yêh ’ayyāh ’ayyêh aiYah aiYeh hā’ayyāh hā·’ay·yāh haaiYahLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance Leviticus 11:14 HEB: הַ֨דָּאָ֔ה וְאֶת־ הָאַיָּ֖ה לְמִינָֽהּ׃ NAS: and the kite and the falcon in its kind, KJV: And the vulture, and the kite after his kind; INT: and the kite and the falcon kind Deuteronomy 14:13 Job 15:23 Job 28:7 4 Occurrences |
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