Hebrew Word Study
The meaning of “עָתַד”
Understanding ʻâthad reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
make fit, be ready to become. - to prepare 1) to be ready, make ready, prepare 1a) (Piel) to make ready 1b) (Hithpael) t...
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Hebrew Text
Strong's Concordance
עָתַד
Phoneticaw-thad'
Transliterationʻâthad
Grammar Code
H:V
Hebrew Verb
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
make fit, be ready to become. - to prepare 1) to be ready, make ready, prepare 1a) (Piel) to make ready 1b) (Hithpael) to be prepared
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
2 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Job 15:28 | “And he dwelleth in desolate cities, and in houses which no man inhabiteth, which are ready to become heaps.” Word: עָתַד (ʻâthad) | |
| Proverbs 24:27 | “Prepare thy work without, and make it fit for thyself in the field; and afterwards build thine house.” Word: עָתַד (ʻâthad) |
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