Strong's Lexicon binah: Understanding, insight, discernment Original Word: בִּינָה Word Origin: Derived from the root בִּין (bin), which means "to understand" or "to discern." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: - G4907 (σύνεσις, sunesis) - understanding, intelligence - G5428 (φρόνησις, phronesis) - wisdom, prudence Usage: The Hebrew word "binah" refers to the faculty of understanding, insight, or discernment. It is often used in the context of wisdom literature in the Bible, where it denotes the ability to perceive and comprehend the deeper truths and principles of life. "Binah" is associated with the capacity to make sound judgments and to grasp the meaning of complex situations or teachings. Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient Israelite culture, wisdom and understanding were highly valued attributes, often associated with leadership and governance. The pursuit of wisdom was seen as a noble endeavor, and "binah" was considered a divine gift that enabled individuals to live righteously and justly. The concept of understanding was not merely intellectual but also moral and spiritual, guiding individuals in their relationship with God and others. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Origin(Aramaic) corresponding to binah Definition an understanding NASB Translation understanding (1). Strong's Exhaustive Concordance knowledge (Aramaic) corresponding to biynah -- knowledge. see HEBREW biynah Forms and Transliterations בִינָֽה׃ בינה׃ ḇî·nāh ḇînāh viNahLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance Daniel 2:21 HEB: וּמַנְדְּעָ֖א לְיָדְעֵ֥י בִינָֽה׃ NAS: And knowledge to men of understanding. KJV: to them that know understanding: INT: and knowledge know of understanding |
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