Hebrew Word Study
The meaning of “עֵשֶׂק”
Understanding ʻêseq reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
Esek. - § Esek = "contention" - strife 1) a well which the herdsmen of Isaac dug in the valley of Gerar
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Hebrew Text
Strong's Concordance
עֵשֶׂק
Phoneticay'sek
Transliterationʻêseq
Grammar Code
N:N--L
Noun
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
Esek. - § Esek = "contention" - strife 1) a well which the herdsmen of Isaac dug in the valley of Gerar
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: עֵשֶׂק (ʻêseq) |
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