Strong's Lexicon sakal: To be prudent, to act wisely, to prosper, to have success Original Word: שָׂכַל Word Origin: A primitive root Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: - G4678 (sophia): Often translated as "wisdom," this Greek term shares a similar emphasis on practical and divine wisdom. - G5429 (phronimos): Meaning "prudent" or "wise," this term reflects the practical application of wisdom. Usage: The Hebrew verb "sakal" primarily conveys the idea of acting with insight and wisdom. It often implies a level of prudence and understanding that leads to success or prosperity. In the context of the Old Testament, "sakal" is frequently associated with the wisdom that comes from God, enabling individuals to make sound decisions and achieve favorable outcomes. Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient Israelite culture, wisdom was highly valued and considered a divine gift. The ability to act wisely and prudently was seen as a sign of God's favor and blessing. Wisdom literature, such as Proverbs, often emphasizes the importance of seeking understanding and knowledge. The concept of "sakal" fits within this broader cultural appreciation for wisdom, highlighting the practical benefits of living according to God's guidance. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom sakal Definition a fool NASB Translation fool (5), foolish (1), stupid (1). Brown-Driver-Briggs סָכָל noun masculine fool (on formation compare LagBN 48): — Jeremiah 5:21; Ecclesiastes 2:19; Ecclesiastes 7:17; Ecclesiastes 10:3 (twice in verse); Ecclesiastes 10:14; plural adjective סְכָלִים Jeremiah 4:22. Strong's Exhaustive Concordance foolish, sottish From cakal; silly -- fool(-ish), sottish. see HEBREW cakal Forms and Transliterations וְהַסָּכָ֖ל והסכל כְּשֶׁסָּכָ֥ל כשסכל סְכָלִים֙ סָכָ֑ל סָכָ֔ל סָכָ֖ל סָכָ֥ל סכל סכלים kə·šes·sā·ḵāl kəšessāḵāl keshessaChal sā·ḵāl saChal sāḵāl sə·ḵā·lîm sechaLim səḵālîm vehassaChal wə·has·sā·ḵāl wəhassāḵālLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance Ecclesiastes 2:19 HEB: יִהְיֶה֙ א֣וֹ סָכָ֔ל וְיִשְׁלַט֙ בְּכָל־ NAS: or a fool? Yet he will have control over KJV: whether he shall be a wise [man] or a fool? yet shall he have rule INT: become or foolish over all Ecclesiastes 7:17 Ecclesiastes 10:3 Ecclesiastes 10:3 Ecclesiastes 10:14 Jeremiah 4:22 Jeremiah 5:21 7 Occurrences |
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