The meaning of “עֹשֶׁר”
Understanding ʻôsher reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
[idiom] far (richer), riches. - wealth 1) wealth, riches
עֹשֶׁר
[idiom] far (richer), riches. - wealth 1) wealth, riches
Occurrences in the Bible
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Genesis 31:16 | “For all the riches which God hath taken from our father, that is ours, and our children’s: now then, whatsoever God hath said unto thee, do.” Word: עֹשֶׁר (ʻôsher) | |
| 1 Kings 3:13 | “And I have also given thee that which thou hast not asked, both riches, and honour: so that there shall not be any among the kings like unto thee all thy days.” Word: עֹשֶׁר (ʻôsher) | |
| 2 Chronicles 17:5 | “Therefore the Lord stablished the kingdom in his hand; and all Judah brought to Jehoshaphat presents; and he had riches and honour in abundance.” Word: עֹשֶׁר (ʻôsher) | |
| Psalms 52:7 | “Lo, this is the man that made not God his strength; but trusted in the abundance of his riches, and strengthened himself in his wickedness.” Word: עֹשֶׁר (ʻôsher) | |
| Ecclesiastes 5:19 | “Every man also to whom God hath given riches and wealth, and hath given him power to eat thereof, and to take his portion, and to rejoice in his labour; this is the gift of God.” Word: עֹשֶׁר (ʻôsher) |
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