Berean Strong's Lexicon bizzayon: Contempt, disgrace, shame, reproach Original Word: בִּזָּיוֹן Word Origin: Derived from the root בּוּז (buz), meaning "to despise" or "to hold in contempt." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: - G3681 (oneidos): Meaning "reproach" or "disgrace." - G819 (atimia): Meaning "dishonor" or "shame." Usage: The Hebrew word "bizzayon" conveys a sense of contempt, disgrace, or shame. It is used in the context of expressing the dishonor or reproach that comes upon individuals or nations, often as a result of their actions or as a consequence of divine judgment. The term underscores the severity of being held in low regard or being subjected to public scorn. Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient Israelite society, honor and shame were pivotal cultural values. Honor was associated with social standing, reputation, and the favor of God, while shame was linked to disgrace and social ostracism. The concept of "bizzayon" would have been particularly poignant in a culture where public perception and divine favor were closely intertwined. Being in a state of "bizzayon" could imply a loss of status, respect, and divine blessing, often seen as a result of moral or spiritual failure. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom bazah Definition contempt NASB Translation contempt (1). Brown-Driver-Briggs בִּזָּיוֺן noun [masculine] contempt Esther 1:18 (וָקָ֑צֶף ׳ב). בִּזָּה see below בזז. Strong's Exhaustive Concordance contempt From bazah -- disesteem -- contempt. see HEBREW bazah Forms and Transliterations בִּזָּי֥וֹן בזיון biz·zā·yō·wn bizzaYon bizzāyōwnLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance Esther 1:18 HEB: הַמֶּ֑לֶךְ וּכְדַ֖י בִּזָּי֥וֹן וָקָֽצֶף׃ NAS: and there will be plenty of contempt and anger. KJV: Thus [shall there arise] too much contempt and wrath. INT: the king's will be plenty of contempt and anger 1 Occurrence |
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