Hebrew Word Study
The meaning of “אֲמָנָה”
Understanding ʼămânâh reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
feminine of אָמֵן certain portion, sure. - something fixed, i.e. a covenant. an allowance 1) faith, support, sure, certa...
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Hebrew Text
Strong's Concordance
אֲמָנָה
Phoneticam-aw-naw'
Transliterationʼămânâh
Grammar Code
H:N-F
Hebrew Noun, Feminine
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
feminine of אָמֵן certain portion, sure. - something fixed, i.e. a covenant. an allowance 1) faith, support, sure, certain 1a) of a covenant 1b) of financial support
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
2 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Nehemiah 9:38 | “And because of all this we make a sure covenant, and write it; and our princes, Levites, and priests, seal unto it. ” Word: אֲמָנָה (ʼămânâh) | |
| Nehemiah 11:23 | “For it was the king’s commandment concerning them, that a certain portion should be for the singers, due for every day.” Word: אֲמָנָה (ʼămânâh) |