Berean Strong's Lexicon atheq: Ancient, old Original Word: עָתֵק Word Origin: Derived from the root עָתַק (athaq), which means "to move, advance, or become old." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: The Greek equivalent that captures a similar sense of antiquity and age is πρεσβύτης (presbytes), Strong's Greek 4246, which means "an old man" or "elder." Usage: The Hebrew word "atheq" is used to describe something that is ancient or old. It conveys a sense of antiquity and venerability, often used in the context of describing things that have been established for a long time or have a long-standing tradition. Cultural and Historical Background: In the ancient Near Eastern context, age and antiquity were often associated with wisdom, stability, and authority. Something described as "atheq" would be considered to have stood the test of time, thus earning respect and reverence. This concept is reflected in various aspects of Hebrew culture, where elders and ancient traditions were highly esteemed. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom atheq Definition valuable, advanced, eminent, surpassing NASB Translation enduring (1). Brown-Driver-Briggs עָתֵק adjective Thes (ancient and so) valuable; < advanced, eminent, surpassing (compare  preceding, hence surpassing, choice Lane1947); — ׳הוֺן ע Proverbs 8:18 eminent wealth. Strong's Exhaustive Concordance durable From athaq; antique, i.e. Valued -- durable. see HEBREW athaq Forms and Transliterations עָ֝תֵ֗ק עתק ‘ā·ṯêq ‘āṯêq aTekLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance Proverbs 8:18 HEB: אִתִּ֑י ה֥וֹן עָ֝תֵ֗ק וּצְדָקָֽה׃ NAS: and honor are with me, Enduring wealth KJV: and honour [are] with me; [yea], durable riches INT: for wealth Enduring and righteousness |
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