The meaning of “אָכֵן”
Understanding ʼâkên reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
but, certainly, nevertheless, surely, truly, verily. - firmly - figuratively, surely - also (advers.) but 1) surely, tru...
אָכֵן
but, certainly, nevertheless, surely, truly, verily. - firmly - figuratively, surely - also (advers.) but 1) surely, truly, indeed 1a) truly, indeed (strong assertive force) 1b) but indeed, but in fact (emphasizing a contrast)
Occurrences in the Bible
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Genesis 28:16 | “And Jacob awaked out of his sleep, and he said, Surely the Lord is in this place; and I knew it not.” Word: אָכֵן (ʼâkên) | |
| Exodus 2:14 | “And he said, Who made thee a prince and a judge over us? intendest thou to kill me, as thou killedst the Egyptian? And Moses feared, and said, Surely this thing is known.” Word: אָכֵן (ʼâkên) | |
| 1 Samuel 15:32 | “Then said Samuel, Bring ye hither to me Agag the king of the Amalekites. And Agag came unto him delicately. And Agag said, Surely the bitterness of death is past.” Word: אָכֵן (ʼâkên) | |
| 1 Kings 11:2 | “Of the nations concerning which the Lord said unto the children of Israel, Ye shall not go in to them, neither shall they come in unto you: for surely they will turn away your heart after their gods: Solomon clave unto these in love.” Word: אָכֵן (ʼâkên) | |
| Job 32:8 | “But there is a spirit in man: and the inspiration of the Almighty giveth them understanding.” Word: אָכֵן (ʼâkên) |
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