Strong's Lexicon anvah: Humility, Meekness Original Word: ענוה Word Origin: Derived from the root עָנָו (anav), which means "humble" or "meek." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: - G5012 (ταπεινοφροσύνη, tapeinophrosyne): Humility, lowliness of mind. - G4236 (πραΰτης, prautes): Meekness, gentleness. Usage: The Hebrew word "anvah" primarily denotes a quality of humility or meekness. It reflects an attitude of lowliness and modesty, often in relation to one's standing before God and others. In the biblical context, humility is not merely an outward demeanor but an inward disposition that acknowledges one's dependence on God and recognizes the value of others. Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient Israelite culture, humility was a valued trait, often associated with wisdom and righteousness. The Hebrew Scriptures frequently contrast humility with pride, emphasizing that God favors the humble and opposes the proud. This concept is deeply rooted in the covenant relationship between God and His people, where humility is seen as a response to God's sovereignty and grace. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originthe same as anavah, q.v. Brown-Driver-Briggs עֲנָוָה noun feminine humility: — Proverbs 15:33 3t.; עַנְוָהֿ (contracted because of Maqqeph, see BrMp) Psalm 45:5; עֶנְוָָֽתְךָ Psalm 18:36 (= עֲנֹתְךָ 2 Samuel 22:36 see I. ענה; read עֶזְרָֽתְךְ Ol We); — 1 humility, meekness Psalm 45:5 (dubious), Proverbs 15:33; Proverbs 18:12; Proverbs 22:4; Zephaniah 2:3 (probably gloss, see We Now). 2 condescension Psalm 18:36 (dubious, see above). Strong's Exhaustive Concordance gentleness, meekness Feminine of anav; mildness (royal); also (concretely) oppressed -- gentleness, meekness. see HEBREW anav Forms and Transliterations וְֽעַנְוַתְךָ֥ וְעַנְוָה־ וענוה־ וענותך veanvah veanvatCha wə‘anwāh- wə‘anwaṯḵā wə·‘an·wāh- wə·‘an·waṯ·ḵāLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance Psalm 18:35 HEB: וִֽימִינְךָ֥ תִסְעָדֵ֑נִי וְֽעַנְוַתְךָ֥ תַרְבֵּֽנִי׃ KJV: hath holden me up, and thy gentleness hath made me great. INT: and your right upholds gentleness makes Psalm 45:4 2 Occurrences |
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