Strong's Lexicon suach: To meditate, to muse, to ponder Original Word: שׂוּחַ Word Origin: A primitive root Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Greek equivalent in the Strong's Concordance, the concept of meditation can be related to Greek words such as "μελετάω" (meletao - G3191), which means to care for, attend to, or practice, often used in the context of meditative thought or study. Usage: The Hebrew verb "suach" primarily conveys the act of meditating or musing. It suggests a deep, contemplative thought process, often associated with prayer or reflection. In the context of the Hebrew Bible, it implies a form of communication with God, where one engages in thoughtful consideration or silent prayer. Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient Hebrew culture, meditation was not merely an intellectual exercise but a spiritual discipline. It involved engaging the heart and mind in the contemplation of God's word and works. This practice was integral to the spiritual life of the Israelites, who valued meditation as a means of drawing closer to God and understanding His will. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originof uncertain derivation Definition perhaps to muse NASB Translation meditate (1). Strong's Exhaustive Concordance meditate A primitive root; to muse pensively -- meditate. Forms and Transliterations לָשׂ֥וּחַ לשוח lā·śū·aḥ laSuach lāśūaḥLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance Genesis 24:63 HEB: וַיֵּצֵ֥א יִצְחָ֛ק לָשׂ֥וּחַ בַּשָּׂדֶ֖ה לִפְנ֣וֹת NAS: went out to meditate in the field KJV: went out to meditate in the field INT: went Isaac to meditate the field toward 1 Occurrence |
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