Ezra
Translation in British English (Ezra) 1:1 At the outset of Cyrus’s reign over Persia, to fulfil Jeremiah’s prophecy through the LORD’s directive, the LORD inspired Cyrus of Persia to issue a decree across his realm, also recorded in writing, stating, 1:2 “Cyrus, king of Persia, declares: ‘The LORD, the God of the heavens, has bestowed […]
Zabbud | זַבּוּד | Name
Etymology and Semantic Analysis The name ‘Zabbud’ originates from the Hebrew word זַבּוּד (Zabbud), which is a proper name. This name is mentioned in the Bible, specifically in the context of genealogies. In Hebrew, ‘Zabbud’ is likely associated with a root that connotes giving, presenting, or endowing, though the exact etymology is not clear. Its […]
Feast | εορτή (Greek) | Noun
Etymology and Semantic Analysis The English word “feast” is derived from the Middle English “feste,” which is rooted in the Latin “festa,” meaning a religious festival or celebration. In the New Testament, the Greek word primarily used for “feast” is “εορτή” (eortē), denoting a religious festival or a day set apart for rejoicing. This term […]
Sarah | Matriarch of the Jewish Nation
Sarah, originally named Sarai, is a pivotal figure in the Abrahamic faiths, revered as the wife of Abraham and the mother of Isaac. Her life, chronicled in the Book of Genesis within the Hebrew Bible and the Old Testament of the Christian Bible, unfolds across several chapters, primarily Genesis 12-23. While exact dates of birth […]