Nisanנִיסָן
Nisan · Hebrew Noun
The first month of the Jewish religious calendar, roughly corresponding to March/April. It marks the time of the Passover and the departure from Egypt, signifying a time of new beginnings and divine deliverance.
sadרָעַע
ra'ah · Hebrew Adjective
A state of sorrow, grief, or distress. In a biblical context, it often refers to the outward manifestation of inner emotional pain or spiritual burden.
heartלֵב
leb · Hebrew Noun
A term used to describe the deepest center of a person's being, including their emotions, will, intellect, and moral character. It is the seat of human consciousness and the place where God interacts with an individual.
afraidיָרֵא
yare' · Hebrew Verb
A respectful, God-honoring response to a perceived threat or the awesome presence of God. It involves a healthy recognition of God's sovereignty or, in a human context, the gravity of a situation involving authorities.
kingמֶלֶךְ
melek · Hebrew Noun
A title given to a sovereign ruler; often used in Scripture to contrast human authority with the ultimate sovereignty of God, the King of kings.
God of heavenאֱלֹהֵי הַשָּׁמַיִם
Elohey hashshamayim · Hebrew Noun Phrase
A descriptive phrase pointing to the Creator of the universe. It emphasizes God’s supreme authority, transcendence, and sovereign rule over all earthly kingdoms and human affairs.
prayedפָּלַל
palal · Hebrew Verb
The act of communicating with God through petition, confession, thanksgiving, or supplication. It is the essential way believers express dependence on God and seek His intervention in human history.
favorחֵן
chen · Hebrew Noun
An expression of grace, kindness, or acceptance shown by a superior to an inferior. In the Bible, finding favor is often the result of God’s providential movement to accomplish His purposes through human relationships.
servantעֶבֶד
ebed · Hebrew Noun
One who serves a master; in a spiritual sense, it denotes a believer who has submitted themselves to the service and will of God, recognizing His ownership and authority over their life.
kingמֶלֶךְ
melek · Hebrew Noun
In Scripture, this term refers to a sovereign ruler, often recognized as possessing ultimate earthly authority within a given context. In Nehemiah, it refers to Artaxerxes I, whose heart and decisions are subject to the sovereignty of God.
pleasedטֹוב
tōb · Hebrew Adjective/Verb
In a biblical context, 'pleased' often denotes favorable disposition, acceptance, or approval. When applied to God or a human authority, it indicates that a request or situation aligns with their will or criteria for favor.
Beyond the Riverעֵבֶר הַנָּהָר
ēber hannāhār · Hebrew Proper Noun phrase
The 'Beyond the River' (Trans-Euphrates) was an administrative division of the Persian Empire. Theologically, it represents the territory through which God's people must travel to reach the Promised Land, often requiring divine protection and human authority.
Judahיְהוּדָה
Yehūdāh · Hebrew Proper Noun
Judah represents the covenant territory given to the descendants of Abraham. It is the geographic center of God's redemptive history, the place of the temple, and the focus of the post-exilic return and restoration.
templeבַּיִת
bayit · Hebrew Noun
The temple (or house of the Lord) is the dwelling place of God's presence among His people. It symbolizes the restoration of worship, the centrality of God in the community, and the holiness required of Israel.
good hand of my Godיָד טוֹבָה
yād ṭōbāh · Hebrew Noun phrase
The 'good hand of God' is a common biblical metaphor for God's providential favor, empowerment, and protection. It denotes that God is actively directing, sustaining, and enabling His servants to accomplish His purposes.
welfareטוֹבָה
ṭōbāh · Hebrew Noun
'Welfare' translates the Hebrew word 'shalom,' signifying peace, wholeness, prosperity, and relational harmony. It represents the well-being that God intends for His people and the restoration of their covenant status.
Israelיִשְׂרָאֵל
Yiśrāʾēl · Hebrew Proper Noun
'Israel' is the covenant name given to Jacob, denoting the chosen people of God. Throughout Scripture, it refers to the descendants of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob, who are recipients of God's promises and the agents of His mission in the world.
