Strong's Lexicon ish-chayil: Man of valor, mighty man, warrior, capable man Original Word: אִישׁ־חַיִל Word Origin: Derived from the Hebrew words אִישׁ (ish, meaning "man") and חַיִל (chayil, meaning "strength" or "valor"). Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: - G1415 (dunatos): Often translated as "mighty" or "powerful," used in the New Testament to describe strength or capability. - G2478 (ischuros): Meaning "strong" or "mighty," used to describe physical or moral strength. Usage: The term "ish-chayil" is used in the Hebrew Bible to describe a man of strength, valor, or capability. It often refers to someone who is not only physically strong but also possesses moral integrity, leadership qualities, and courage. This term is used to describe warriors, leaders, and men of notable character. Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient Israelite society, being a "man of valor" was highly esteemed. Such individuals were often leaders in battle and held positions of authority within the community. Valor was not only measured by physical prowess but also by one's ability to lead, make wise decisions, and uphold justice and righteousness. The concept of a "mighty man" was integral to the survival and success of the Israelite tribes, especially during times of conflict and conquest. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom ish and chayil, q.v. Strong's Exhaustive Concordance Ish-chail, an Israelite -- a valiant manFrom 'iysh and chayil; man of might; by defect. Transcription (2 Sam. 23:20) Iysh-Chay {eesh-khah'ee}; as if from 'iysh and chay; living man; Ish-chail (or Ish-chai), an Israelite -- a valiant man. see HEBREW 'iysh see HEBREW chayil see HEBREW chay Links Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance wə·hā·’îš — 17 Occ.wə·’îš — 141 Occ. wə·’î·šāh — 4 Occ. wə·la·’ă·nā·šîm — 1 Occ. wə·lā·’îš — 1 Occ. wə·hiṯ·’ō·šā·šū — 1 Occ. bō·šeṯ — 11 Occ. ’î·šə·hō·wḏ — 1 Occ. be·’ĕ·šūn — 1 Occ. bə·’î·šō·wn — 1 Occ. ha·’î·ṯāḵ — 1 Occ. ’î·ṯay — 12 Occ. ’î·ṯa·nā — 1 Occ. ’î·ṯê·ḵō·wn — 2 Occ. ’î·ṯō·w·hî — 1 Occ. ’î·ṯî·’êl — 1 Occ. lə·’î·ṯî·’êl — 2 Occ. ’î·ṯā·mār — 13 Occ. lə·’î·ṯā·mār — 1 Occ. ū·lə·’î·ṯā·mār — 1 Occ. |
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