Strong's Lexicon eyal: Strength, might, power Original Word: אֱיָל Word Origin: Derived from the root אָיַל (ayal), which means "to be strong" or "to be mighty." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: - G2479 (ischus) - strength, might - G1411 (dunamis) - power, ability Usage: The Hebrew word "eyal" is used to denote strength or might, often in the context of physical power or the strength of a leader or warrior. It can also refer to the strength of God or the power inherent in His creation. The term is used to convey the idea of robust power and enduring strength, whether in a literal or metaphorical sense. Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient Hebrew culture, strength was a highly valued trait, often associated with leadership and heroism. The concept of strength was not only physical but also moral and spiritual. The Israelites, living in a land surrounded by powerful nations, often relied on the strength of their leaders and their God for protection and victory. The term "eyal" reflects this cultural emphasis on strength as a divine attribute and a necessary quality for survival and success. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originof Aramaic origin Definition help NASB Translation strength (1). Brown-Driver-Briggs אֱיָל noun masculine help (loan-word from Aramaic  help, so LagOr ii. 7, BN 175, NöZMG 1883, 528) only in simile ׳כְּגֶבֶר אֵין א Psalm 88:5. Strong's Exhaustive Concordance strength A variation of 'ayil; strength -- strength. see HEBREW 'ayil Forms and Transliterations אֱיָֽל׃ איל׃ ’ĕ·yāl ’ĕyāl eYalLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance Psalm 88:4 HEB: כְּגֶ֣בֶר אֵֽין־ אֱיָֽל׃ NAS: like a man without strength, KJV: I am as a man [that hath] no strength: INT: A man without strength |
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