עָמֹק
a.maq
be deep
Lexicon Entry
Lexicon data from STEPBible TIPNR, Tyndale House, Cambridge. Licensed under CC BY 4.0.
What Original Readers Understood
ExploredThe Hebrew word "עָמֹק" (a.maq) with Strong's number H6009 is translated as "be deep". This word is primarily associated with the semantic domain of Water & Weather, indicating its connection to the physical properties of water and atmospheric conditions. In its 9 occurrences in the Bible, "עָמֹק" is used to describe various aspects of water, such as depth, profundity, and possibly even honey or other substances. The word's meaning is often contrasted with its opposite, "shallow" or "superficial". This binary opposition highlights the significance of "עָמֹק" as a concept that emphasizes the importance of understanding the underlying nature of things, whether it be the physical properties of water or the depths of human emotions. The use of "עָמֹק" in the Bible suggests that depth is a fundamental aspect of understanding and experiencing the world around us. Whether it be the depths of a river, the depths of human emotions, or the depths of spiritual truth, this word emphasizes the importance of looking beyond the surface level to gain a deeper understanding of reality.
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Occurrences in Scripture
9 total occurrences across the text
How great are your works, Yahweh! Your thoughts are very deep.
Isaiah 29:15Woe to those who deeply hide their counsel from Yahweh, and whose deeds are in the dark, and who say, “Who sees us?” and “Who knows us?”
Isaiah 30:33For his burning place has long been ready. Yes, for the king it is prepared. He has made its pyre deep and large with fire and much wood. Yahweh’s breath, like a stream of sulfur, kindles it.
Isaiah 31:6Return to him from whom you have deeply revolted, children of Israel.
Jeremiah 49:8Flee! Turn back! Dwell in the depths, inhabitants of Dedan; for I will bring the calamity of Esau on him when I visit him.
Jeremiah 49:30Flee! Wander far off! Dwell in the depths, you inhabitants of Hazor,” says Yahweh; “for Nebuchadnezzar king of Babylon has taken counsel against you, and has conceived a purpose against you.
Hosea 5:2The rebels are deep in slaughter; but I discipline all of them.
Hosea 9:9They have deeply corrupted themselves, as in the days of Gibeah. He will remember their iniquity. He will punish them for their sins.
Isaiah 7:11“Ask a sign of Yahweh your God; ask it either in the depth, or in the height above.”