Dwell | (Greek: κατοικέω, Hebrew: שָׁכַן) | Verb
Etymology and Semantic Analysis The English word ‘dwell’ originates from the Old English ‘dwelian,’ meaning to mislead or to err. However, over time, its meaning shifted to ‘delay,’ ‘linger,’ and eventually ‘remain.’ In the Biblical context, ‘dwell’ predominantly translates from the Greek word ‘κατοικέω’ (katoikeō) and the Hebrew word ‘שָׁכַן’ (shakan). ‘Katoikeō’ carries the connotation […]
Damascus | דַּמֶּשֶׂק Dammeseq (Hebrew) | Name
Etymology and Semantic Analysis The word ‘Damascus’ derives from the Hebrew ‘דַּמֶּשֶׂק’ (Dammeseq) and the Greek ‘Δαμασκός’ (Damaskos). It is primarily found in the Old Testament but is also mentioned in the New Testament. In Hebrew, Dammeseq is believed to mean “a well-watered land,” reflecting the city’s historical significance as a fertile oasis. In the […]