עֲתִיד
a.tid
ready
Lexicon Entry
Lexicon data from STEPBible TIPNR, Tyndale House, Cambridge. Licensed under CC BY 4.0.
What Original Readers Understood
ExploredThe Hebrew word "ֲעִתִד" (H6264, a.tid) means 'ready'. This lemma appears five times in the Hebrew Bible. In terms of usage, the word "ֲעִתִד" typically conveys a sense of preparedness or being in a state of readiness. Its occurrences in the Bible suggest a range of contexts where being 'ready' is essential, such as spiritual readiness, preparedness for battle, or a state of being poised to take action. The significance of the word "ֲעִתִד" lies in its emphasis on readiness and preparedness. It suggests a mindset of being responsive and adaptable, able to seize opportunities and face challenges with confidence. The five occurrences of this word in the Hebrew Bible highlight its importance in various biblical narratives.
Source data & methodology
Occurrences in Scripture
5 total occurrences across the text
A copy of the letter, that the decree should be given out in every province, was published to all the peoples, that they should be ready against that day.
Esther 8:13A copy of the letter, that the decree should be given out in every province, was published to all the peoples, that the Jews should be ready for that day to avenge themselves on their enemies.
Job 3:8Let them curse it who curse the day, who are ready to rouse up leviathan.
Job 15:24Distress and anguish make him afraid. They prevail against him, as a king ready to the battle.
Deuteronomy 32:35Vengeance is mine, and recompense, at the time when their foot slides; for the day of their calamity is at hand. Their doom rushes at them.”