LORDיְהוָה
YHWH · Hebrew Proper Noun
The personal, covenantal name of God revealed to Moses at the burning bush. It signifies the self-existent, faithful, and eternal God who redeems His people.
deceivedפָּתָה
pātâ · Hebrew Verb
The Hebrew word used here can imply being enticed or persuaded. In this context, it expresses the prophet's profound struggle with the overwhelming and irresistible nature of God's calling, which seemed to contradict the ease he expected in his ministry.
reproachחֶרְפָּה
ḥerpâ · Hebrew Noun
A 'reproach' signifies shame, disgrace, or public dishonor. In Scripture, it is often associated with the suffering endured by those who faithfully represent God in the midst of a hostile or rebellious society.
derisionקֶלֶס
qeles · Hebrew Noun
'Derision' refers to scornful mocking or contempt. It is a common experience for the prophets of God whose message calls the people to repentance, causing them to be targets of societal ridicule.
word of the LORDדָּבָר יְהוָה
dābār YHWH · Hebrew Noun phrase
In the Bible, the 'word of the LORD' is the authoritative communication of God’s will, truth, and power to humanity. It is living and active, possessing the ability to accomplish the purpose for which God sends it.
Terrorמָגוֹר
māgôr · Hebrew Noun
Biblical 'terror' refers to extreme dread or fear, often in the context of divine judgment or the realization of surrounding hostility. It describes the psychological and spiritual state of one surrounded by danger.
LORDיְהוָה
YHWH · Hebrew Proper Noun
The personal, covenantal name of God in the Old Testament, representing His self-existence, faithfulness, and relationship with His people.
dread warriorעָרִיץ
ariys · Hebrew Adjective/Noun
A term describing one who fights, often used in the context of divine judgment or protection; emphasizes God's power and terrifying presence to His enemies.
persecutorsרֹדְפַי
rodepay · Hebrew Noun (Participle)
Those who pursue, harass, or inflict suffering upon another, often implying an unjust or malicious intent.
dishonorכְּלִמָּה
kelimmah · Hebrew Noun
A sense of social and moral disgrace or humiliation resulting from failure or judgment; signifies the loss of honor before God and people.
LORD of hostsצְבָאוֹת
tseba'ot · Hebrew Noun
A title referring to God as the commander of the angelic armies of heaven, emphasizing His supreme authority and sovereign power over the universe.
righteousצַדִּיק
tsaddiq · Hebrew Adjective/Noun
One who is justified before God, either through moral uprightness or by faith in God's covenant; someone characterized by integrity and right relationship with God.
heart and the mindלֵב כְּלָיָה
leb / kelayah · Hebrew Noun
The innermost part of a person, often encompassing the will, intellect, and moral inclinations; the seat of character and true intent.
vengeanceנְקָמָה
neqamah · Hebrew Noun
Retribution or justice administered by God upon the wicked; the expression of His holiness against unrighteousness.
committedגָּלַל
galal · Hebrew Verb
To roll or entrust one's burden, responsibility, or legal case over to someone else, particularly to God, in full confidence.
needyאֶבְיוֹן
ebyon · Hebrew Noun
Those who are poor, helpless, or oppressed, and who depend entirely upon God for their vindication and sustenance.
Cursedאָרַר
arar · Hebrew Verb/Adjective
To be under a divine ban or judgment; a state of being separated from God’s favor and excluded from His blessing.
the LORDיְהוָה
YHWH · Hebrew Proper Noun
The personal name of the God of the covenant, the self-existent One who reveals Himself to His people. It is the name by which He is known, worshiped, and through which He acts in history.
overthrewהָפַךְ
haphak · Hebrew Verb
To overturn, subvert, or destroy completely. In a biblical context, it often refers to divine judgment upon nations or cities that have persisted in wickedness.
pityנַחַם
nacham · Hebrew Noun
Compassion, sympathy, or mercy; the state of being moved by another's suffering. When God is described as having no pity, it signifies the exhaustion of His patience and the execution of necessary, final judgment.
alarmתְּרוּעָה
teruah · Hebrew Noun
A cry, shout, or noise, often signifying distress, alarm, or the clamor of conflict. In prophetic contexts, it frequently signals the sudden approach of an enemy or divine judgment.
wombרֶחֶם
rechem · Hebrew Noun
Literally 'the place of bearing,' signifying the source of life. Symbolically, the womb is a place of potential and protection; in the context of grief, its purpose is lamented when life is perceived only as a precursor to suffering.
toilעָמָל
amal · Hebrew Noun
Labor, weariness, or troublesome effort. It denotes the painful, exhausting struggle associated with life in a fallen world, often involving physical or emotional distress.
sorrowיָגוֹן
yagon · Hebrew Noun
Grief, pain, or anguish of heart. It is the emotional manifestation of experiencing the consequences of sin, whether one's own or the fallen state of humanity.
shameבֹּשֶׁת
bosheth · Hebrew Noun
Disgrace, dishonor, or humiliation. It reflects the state of being exposed or feeling unworthy, often contrasting with the honor and favor found in a right relationship with God.
