The meaning of “עֹז”
Understanding ʻôz reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
or (fully) עוֹז ʻôwz (oze); from עָזַז boldness, loud, might, power, strength, strong. - strength in various application...
עֹז
or (fully) עוֹז ʻôwz (oze); from עָזַז boldness, loud, might, power, strength, strong. - strength in various applications (force, security, majesty, praise) 1) might, strength 1a) material or physical 1b) personal or social or political
Occurrences in the Bible
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Exodus 15:13 | “Thou in thy mercy hast led forth the people which thou hast redeemed: thou hast guided them in thy strength unto thy holy habitation.” Word: עֹז (ʻôz) | |
| 1 Samuel 2:10 | “The adversaries of the Lord shall be broken to pieces; out of heaven shall he thunder upon them: the Lord shall judge the ends of the earth; and he shall give strength unto his king, and exalt the horn of his anointed.” Word: עֹז (ʻôz) | |
| 2 Chronicles 30:21 | “And the children of Israel that were present at Jerusalem kept the feast of unleavened bread seven days with great gladness: and the Levites and the priests praised the Lord day by day, singing with loud instruments unto the Lord.” Word: עֹז (ʻôz) | |
| Psalms 71:7 | “I am as a wonder unto many; but thou art my strong refuge.” Word: עֹז (ʻôz) | |
| Isaiah 49:5 | “And now, saith the Lord that formed me from the womb to be his servant, to bring Jacob again to him, Though Israel be not gathered, yet shall I be glorious in the eyes of the Lord, and my God shall be my strength.” Word: עֹז (ʻôz) |
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