עָתָק
a.taq
arrogant
Lexicon Entry
Lexicon data from STEPBible TIPNR, Tyndale House, Cambridge. Licensed under CC BY 4.0.
What Original Readers Understood
ExploredThe Hebrew word עָתָק (ataq) is translated as "arrogant." Its four occurrences in the Bible indicate that it's a relatively rare but significant term. The lemma suggests a sense of haughty or insolent behavior, implying an attitude of superiority and disdain towards others. The frequency of this word's usage highlights its importance in describing the behavior of certain individuals in the biblical narrative. Given its definition, it likely refers to actions or speech that demonstrate pride, condescension, or a lack of respect for others. This could encompass a range of situations, from interpersonal conflicts to societal issues.
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Occurrences in Scripture
4 total occurrences across the text
Let the lying lips be mute, which speak against the righteous insolently, with pride and contempt.
Psalms 75:5Don’t lift up your horn on high. Don’t speak with a stiff neck.”
Psalms 94:4They pour out arrogant words. All the evildoers boast.
1 Samuel 2:3“Don’t keep talking so exceedingly proudly. Don’t let arrogance come out of your mouth, for Yahweh is a God of knowledge. By him actions are weighed.