Rabshakehרַב־שָׁקֵה
Rab-shaqeh · Hebrew Noun
A Hebrew title meaning 'the king's brother' or a similar derivative, historically interpreted as a high-ranking military or civil official or field commander under the Assyrian king. In the context of biblical history, he served as the primary spokesman for Sennacherib.
trustבָּטַח
batach · Hebrew Verb
Literally 'to lean' or 'to recline' upon something, used metaphorically to describe reliance, dependence, or placing confidence in a person, object, or God. Biblical usage frequently contrasts resting one's trust in human strength versus trusting in the Lord.
strategyעֵצָה
etsah · Hebrew Noun
A term used for a course of action, counsel, or wisdom formulated to achieve a specific outcome, often in political or military contexts. In Scripture, it signifies the plans made by human leaders, which are ultimately subject to the sovereign will of God.
powerגְּבוּרָה
geburah · Hebrew Noun
Power, strength, or ability to accomplish a task; in a military context, it refers to the physical force or might of an army. Theologically, it is often contrasted with the divine power of God.
rebelledמָרַד
marad · Hebrew Verb
To break away from authority, loyalty, or a covenantal obligation. In the Old Testament, it can refer to political revolt against a king or, more significantly, the spiritual act of turning away from God's covenant.
trustingבָּטַח
batach · Hebrew Verb
A core biblical concept denoting reliance, confidence, and hope placed in an object, person, or God. In a theological sense, it describes the surrender of one's security to a source other than one's own efforts.
broken reed of a staffקָנֶה רָצוּץ
qaneh ratsuts · Hebrew Noun phrase
A metaphor for something or someone that is unstable, unreliable, and treacherous. In Scripture, it signifies the futility of depending on worldly powers for defense rather than God.
Pharaohפַּרְעֹה
Par'oh · Hebrew Noun
The title for the monarch of Egypt. In the Bible, Pharaoh often represents human pride, worldly power, and an anti-covenant authority that opposes the purposes of God.
the LORDיהוה
Yahweh · Hebrew Proper Noun
The personal, covenantal name of God revealed to Israel. It signifies His eternal existence, His faithfulness to His promises, and His unique status as the only true God.
high placesבָּמָה
bamah · Hebrew Noun
Designated locations, often on hills or raised platforms, used for sacrificial worship. While originally used for God, they were frequently associated with idolatrous practices and were commanded to be destroyed to centralize worship in Jerusalem.
altarsמִזְבֵּחַ
mizbeach · Hebrew Noun
A structure built for sacrificial offerings and acts of devotion. It serves as a place of meeting between God and His people, where atonement or thanksgiving is offered.
Jerusalemיְרוּשָׁלִַם
Yerushalayim · Hebrew Proper Noun
A formal term for the capital city of Judah and the site of the Temple. It represents the dwelling place of God's presence among His people and the center of true worship.
worshipחָוָה
chavah · Hebrew Verb
The formal action of bowing down or prostrating oneself before God. It signifies total submission, reverence, and recognition of God’s absolute sovereignty.
horsesסוּס
sus · Hebrew Noun
A military-grade beast of burden used for war. In the Old Testament, the accumulation of horses was often prohibited for Israelite kings to prevent them from relying on military might instead of God.
chariotsרֶכֶב
rekeb · Hebrew Noun
A military vehicle used in ancient warfare to provide speed and tactical advantage. They symbolize human military strength and are frequently contrasted with the strength of the LORD.
destroyשָׁחַת
shachath · Hebrew Verb
To cause something to perish, to ruin, or to bring to an end. In this context, it reflects the exercise of power—often granted by God—to execute judgment upon a people or a land.
