Strong's Lexicon ophen: Wheel Original Word: אֹפֶן Word Origin: Derived from an unused root meaning to revolve Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Greek equivalent for "ophen," the concept of a wheel can be related to Greek words like "τροχός" (trochos), which also means wheel and is used metaphorically in the New Testament (e.g., James 3:6). Usage: The Hebrew word "ophen" primarily refers to a "wheel," often used in the context of chariots or other vehicles. It conveys the idea of circular motion and is associated with movement and transportation. In the biblical context, it can also symbolize the cyclical nature of life and divine providence. Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient Near Eastern cultures, wheels were a significant technological advancement, crucial for transportation and warfare. Chariots, which utilized wheels, were symbols of power and military might. The wheel's invention marked a pivotal development in human civilization, facilitating trade, travel, and conquest. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom the same as ophan Definition circumstance, condition NASB Translation circumstances (1). Brown-Driver-Briggs [אֹ֫פֶן] noun [masculine] circumstance, condition (perhaps literally turning) only dual (or plural) suffix עַלאָֿפְנָיו = in (right) circumstances Proverbs 25:11 (compare Stron the passage, also OrelliSyn. d. Zeit u. Ewigkeit 38 f.). Strong's Exhaustive Concordance fitly From an unused root meaning to revolve; a turn, i.e. A season -- + fitly. Forms and Transliterations אָפְנָֽיו׃ אפניו׃ ’ā·p̄ə·nāw ’āp̄ənāw afeNavLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance Proverbs 25:11 HEB: דָּבֻ֥ר עַל־ אָפְנָֽיו׃ NAS: spoken in right circumstances. INT: spoken right circumstances 1 Occurrence |
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