Strong's Lexicon qeshot: Truth, certainty Original Word: קְשֹׁט Word Origin: Derived from the root קָשַׁט (qashat), which means to be true or to be right. Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: The Greek equivalent often associated with the concept of truth in the New Testament is ἀλήθεια (aletheia), Strong's Greek #225, which also conveys the idea of truthfulness and reliability. Usage: The Hebrew word "qeshot" refers to the concept of truth or certainty. It is used to denote something that is reliable, accurate, or faithful. In the context of the Hebrew Bible, it often conveys the idea of moral or factual truth, aligning with God's nature and His commandments. Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient Israelite culture, truth was a fundamental value, deeply connected to the character of God, who is described as a God of truth. The Hebrew understanding of truth was not merely factual accuracy but also encompassed faithfulness and reliability. This concept was integral to the covenant relationship between God and His people, where truth was expected in worship, justice, and daily living. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Origin(Aramaic) corresponding to qosht Definition truth NASB Translation surely* (1), true (1). Brown-Driver-Briggs קְשֹׁט noun [masculine] truth (ᵑ7 Syriac; see Biblical Hebrew קשְׁטְ once, Aramaism)); — absolute Daniel 4:34; ׳מִןקֿ Daniel 2:47 of a truth. קַתְרֹס see קיתרס. Strong's Exhaustive Concordance truth (Aramaic) or qshot (Aramaic) {kesh-ote'}; corresponding to qoshet; fidelity -- truth. see HEBREW qoshet Forms and Transliterations קְשֹׁ֔ט קְשֹׁט֙ קשט keShot qə·šōṭ qəšōṭLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance Daniel 2:47 HEB: וְאָמַ֗ר מִן־ קְשֹׁט֙ דִּ֣י אֱלָהֲכ֗וֹן KJV: Of a truth [it is], that INT: and said Of A truth since your God Daniel 4:37 2 Occurrences |
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