The meaning of “נְכֹחָה”
Understanding nᵉkôchâh reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
feminine of נָכֹחַ equity, right (thing), uprightness. - properly, straightforwardness, i.e. (figuratively) integrity, o...
נְכֹחָה
feminine of נָכֹחַ equity, right (thing), uprightness. - properly, straightforwardness, i.e. (figuratively) integrity, or (concretely) a truth 1) straight in front, be in front of, straight, right, straightness 1a) true things (of prophecy) 1b) rectitude (subst)
Occurrences in the Bible
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Isaiah 26:10 | “Let favour be shewed to the wicked, yet will he not learn righteousness: in the land of uprightness will he deal unjustly, and will not behold the majesty of the Lord.” Word: נְכֹחָה (nᵉkôchâh) | |
| Isaiah 30:10 | “Which say to the seers, See not; and to the prophets, Prophesy not unto us right things, speak unto us smooth things, prophesy deceits:” Word: נְכֹחָה (nᵉkôchâh) | |
| Isaiah 59:14 | “And judgment is turned away backward, and justice standeth afar off: for truth is fallen in the street, and equity cannot enter.” Word: נְכֹחָה (nᵉkôchâh) | |
| Amos 3:10 | “For they know not to do right, saith the Lord, who store up violence and robbery in their palaces.” Word: נְכֹחָה (nᵉkôchâh) |