Strong's Lexicon puqah: Lintel Original Word: פוּקָה Word Origin: Derived from the root פָּקַק (paqaq), which means to open or to break forth. Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Greek equivalent for "puqah," the concept of a lintel can be related to the Greek word "ὑπέρθυρον" (hyperthyron), which also refers to a lintel or doorframe. Usage: The term "puqah" refers specifically to a structural element in ancient architecture, particularly a lintel, which is a horizontal support across the top of a door or window. In the context of biblical architecture, the lintel was a significant part of the doorframe, often associated with the Passover narrative where the Israelites marked their doorposts and lintels with the blood of the lamb (Exodus 12:7). Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient Near Eastern architecture, the lintel was a crucial component of building construction, providing stability and support to the structure. The use of the lintel in the Passover account highlights its importance, as it was marked with blood to signify protection and deliverance from the plague. This act of marking the lintel was a demonstration of faith and obedience to God's command, serving as a sign for the angel of death to pass over the homes of the Israelites. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom puq Definition tottering, staggering NASB Translation grief (1). Brown-Driver-Briggs מּוּקָה noun feminine tottering, staggering; — figurative for qualm of conscience 1 Samuel 25:31 (+ מִכְשׁוֺל לֵב, see Dr). Strong's Exhaustive Concordance grief From puwq; a stumbling-block -- grief. see HEBREW puwq Forms and Transliterations לְפוּקָה֩ לפוקה lə·p̄ū·qāh lefuKah ləp̄ūqāhLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance 1 Samuel 25:31 HEB: זֹ֣את ׀ לְךָ֡ לְפוּקָה֩ וּלְמִכְשׁ֨וֹל לֵ֜ב NAS: will not cause grief or a troubled KJV: That this shall be no grief unto thee, nor offence INT: cause likewise grief A troubled heart 1 Occurrence |
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