Words the Bible translates as be strong
English uses one word here. The Bible uses 5 words, and they do not mean the same thing. Each is listed with what it actually means, most frequent first.
- ḥazaqחָזַקto be firm or strong, and so to make firm: to grow strong, prevail, take courage, strengthen, repair, grip, hold fast, or harden
- ischuōἰσχύωto have the strength or power for something: to be strong enough, be able, or prevail
- amatsאָמֵץto be firm and strong, or to make someone firm: physical might, inner resolve, and the courage to hold steady
- azazעָזַזto be strong enough to come out on top: strength that overpowers a rival, outlasts a threat, or hardens a face against shame
- endunamoōἐνδυναμόωto make someone strong enough for what they have to do, or to be made strong that way
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