Strong's Lexicon arbatayim: Fourfold Original Word: אַרְבַּעְתַּים Word Origin: Derived from the Hebrew root word אַרְבַּע (arba), meaning "four." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Greek equivalent for "arbatayim," the concept of restitution and repayment is present in the New Testament, such as in the account of Zacchaeus in Luke 19:8, where he promises to repay fourfold. Usage: The term "arbatayim" is used to denote a fourfold amount or quantity. It is a dual form of the word for "four," indicating a multiplication or increase by four times. This term is often used in contexts of restitution or compensation, where something is to be repaid or restored fourfold. Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient Israelite society, the concept of restitution was an important aspect of justice and community life. The Law of Moses provided guidelines for restitution, often requiring a thief to repay more than what was stolen as a form of compensation and deterrence. The use of "arbatayim" reflects this principle of justice, emphasizing the importance of making amends and restoring what was lost or taken. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom arba Definition fourfold NASB Translation fourfold (1). Strong's Exhaustive Concordance fourfold Dual of arba'; fourfold -- fourfold. see HEBREW arba' Forms and Transliterations אַרְבַּעְתָּ֑יִם ארבעתים ’ar·ba‘·tā·yim ’arba‘tāyim arbaTayimLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance 2 Samuel 12:6 HEB: הַכִּבְשָׂ֖ה יְשַׁלֵּ֣ם אַרְבַּעְתָּ֑יִם עֵ֗קֶב אֲשֶׁ֤ר NAS: for the lamb fourfold, because KJV: the lamb fourfold, because INT: the lamb make fourfold because and because 1 Occurrence |
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