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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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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
ReferenceText
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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