The meaning of “מַאֲמַר”
Understanding maʼămar reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
commandment, decree. - something (authoritatively) said, i.e. an edict 1) word, command
מַאֲמַר
commandment, decree. - something (authoritatively) said, i.e. an edict 1) word, command
Occurrences in the Bible
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Esther 1:15 | “What shall we do unto the queen Vashti according to law, because she hath not performed the commandment of the king Ahasuerus by the chamberlains?” Word: מַאֲמַר (maʼămar) | |
| Esther 2:20 | “Esther had not yet shewed her kindred nor her people; as Mordecai had charged her: for Esther did the commandment of Mordecai, like as when she was brought up with him.” Word: מַאֲמַר (maʼămar) | |
| Esther 9:32 | “And the decree of Esther confirmed these matters of Purim; and it was written in the book. ” Word: מַאֲמַר (maʼămar) |
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