עָגַם
a.gam
be grieved
Lexicon Entry
Lexicon data from STEPBible TIPNR, Tyndale House, Cambridge. Licensed under CC BY 4.0.
What Original Readers Understood
ExploredThe word "a.gam" (H5701), found in Hebrew, translates to "be grieved." This verb conveys the idea of experiencing sorrow, pain, or sadness, implying a strong emotional response. Its sole occurrence in the Bible may indicate a specific, intense moment of emotional turmoil. Given its singular appearance, it is difficult to determine the range of usage. However, the term's emphasis on emotional distress suggests that it may be used in contexts where strong feelings are at play. The significance of this word lies in its ability to convey the depth of human emotions, emphasizing the impact of experiences or events on an individual's mental state.
Source data & methodology
Occurrences in Scripture
1 total occurrence across the text