Hebrew Word Study
The meaning of “עָשַׂק”
Understanding ʻâsaq reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
strive with. - to press upon, i.e. quarrel 1) (Hithpael) to strive, contend, quarrel
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Hebrew Text
Strong's Concordance
עָשַׂק
Phoneticaw-sak
Transliterationʻâsaq
Grammar Code
H:V
Hebrew Verb
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
strive with. - to press upon, i.e. quarrel 1) (Hithpael) to strive, contend, quarrel
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
1 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Genesis 26:20 | “And the herdmen of Gerar did strive with Isaac’s herdmen, saying, The water is ours: and he called the name of the well Esek; because they strove with him.” Word: עָשַׂק (ʻâsaq) |
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