Hebrew Word Study
The meaning of “תָּנָה”
Understanding tânâh reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
hire. - to present (a mercenary inducement), i.e. bargain with (a harlot) 1) to hire 1a) (Qal) to hire 1b) (Hiphil) to h...
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Hebrew Text
Strong's Concordance
תָּנָה
Phonetictaw-naw'
Transliterationtânâh
Grammar Code
H:V
Hebrew Verb
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
hire. - to present (a mercenary inducement), i.e. bargain with (a harlot) 1) to hire 1a) (Qal) to hire 1b) (Hiphil) to hire (a prostitute), give amorous favours
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
2 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Hosea 8:9 | “For they are gone up to Assyria, a wild ass alone by himself: Ephraim hath hired lovers.” Word: תָּנָה (tânâh) | |
| Hosea 8:10 | “Yea, though they have hired among the nations, now will I gather them, and they shall sorrow a little for the burden of the king of princes.” Word: תָּנָה (tânâh) |