Strong's Lexicon bazaq: Lightning, flash Original Word: בָּזָק Word Origin: From an unused root meaning to scatter or disperse Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: The Greek equivalent often used in the Septuagint for similar imagery is "ἀστραπή" (astrapé), which also means lightning or a flash of light. Usage: The Hebrew word "bazaq" is used to describe a sudden, bright flash, often associated with lightning. It conveys the idea of something that is both powerful and fleeting, capturing the intense and momentary nature of a lightning strike. Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient Near Eastern cultures, lightning was often seen as a manifestation of divine power. It was associated with the presence and action of deities, particularly in the context of judgment or revelation. In the Hebrew Bible, lightning is frequently used as a symbol of God's power and majesty, illustrating His ability to intervene in the natural world with authority and might. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom an unused word Definition a lightning flash NASB Translation bolts of lightning (1). Brown-Driver-Briggs בָּזָק noun [masculine] lightning flash ? Ezekiel 1:14 Hi Co strike out; verse omitted in old MSS. of ᵐ5; sense uncertain, possibly error for ברק. Strong's Exhaustive Concordance flash of lightning From an unused root meaning to lighten; a flash of lightning -- flash of lightning. Forms and Transliterations הַבָּזָֽק׃ הבזק׃ hab·bā·zāq habbaZak habbāzāqLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance Ezekiel 1:14 HEB: וָשׁ֑וֹב כְּמַרְאֵ֖ה הַבָּזָֽק׃ NAS: to and fro like bolts of lightning. KJV: as the appearance of a flash of lightning. INT: to and fro like bolts 1 Occurrence |
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