Berean Strong's Lexicon qoph: Ape Original Word: קוֹף Word Origin: Derived from a root that is likely imitative of the sound or appearance of the creature it describes. Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: There is no direct Greek equivalent for "qoph" in the Strong's Greek Dictionary, as the concept of apes as a symbol of wealth is more specific to the Hebrew context of Solomon's reign. Usage: The Hebrew word "qoph" refers to an "ape" or "monkey." It is used in the context of describing exotic animals that were part of the wealth and trade during the reign of King Solomon. The term is indicative of the diversity and richness of Solomon's kingdom, showcasing the extent of his trade networks and the luxury of his court. Cultural and Historical Background: In the ancient Near East, apes were considered exotic animals and were often associated with wealth and opulence. They were imported from distant lands, such as Africa or India, and were part of the treasures that symbolized the prosperity and far-reaching trade connections of a kingdom. The presence of apes in Solomon's court highlights the extensive trade routes and the cultural exchanges between Israel and other nations during his reign. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originof foreign origin Definition an ape NASB Translation apes (2). Brown-Driver-Briggs [קוֺף] noun [masculine] ape, so Vrss, ᵐ5 πίθηκοι (omitted by ᵐ5B in Kings) (foreign word; probably = Sanskrit kapi, id.; Egyptian as loan-word gôfë WMMAs.u.Eur.95, gi'f ErmanZMG xlvi (1892), 121; Greek κῆβος, κῆπος is of Egyptian origin according to LewyFremdw. 6); — plural קֹפִים 1 Kings 10:22 = קוֺפִים2Chronicles 9:21, brought to Solomon [from southeast] by Phoenician fleet; compare Arabic proverb 'donum regionis Jemen simiae sunt,' FreyProvv.iii.3160. Strong's Exhaustive Concordance ape Or qoph {kofe}; probably of foreign origin; a monkey -- ape. Forms and Transliterations וְקֹפִ֖ים וְקוֹפִ֖ים וקופים וקפים vekoFim wə·qō·p̄îm wə·qō·w·p̄îm wəqōp̄îm wəqōwp̄îmLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance 1 Kings 10:22 HEB: וָכֶ֔סֶף שֶׁנְהַבִּ֥ים וְקֹפִ֖ים וְתֻכִּיִּֽים׃ NAS: ivory and apes and peacocks. KJV: ivory, and apes, and peacocks. INT: and silver ivory and apes and peacocks 2 Chronicles 9:21 2 Occurrences |
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