Praise the LORD!הַלְלוּיָהּ
halelu-yah · Hebrew Interjection
A Hebrew exclamation of joy and adoration directed toward God, signifying an imperative for God's people to acknowledge His greatness and character.
Blessedאַשְׁרֵי
ashrei · Hebrew Adjective/Noun
A state of deep happiness or spiritual well-being resulting from God’s favor; it implies a divinely bestowed condition of being fortunate and favored.
fearsיָרֵא
yare' · Hebrew Verb
A reverent, awe-filled submission to God that recognizes His holiness, power, and authority; it is the beginning of wisdom and the basis for holy living.
delightsחָפֵץ
chaphets · Hebrew Verb
A profound sense of joy or pleasure taken in something, specifically here in the revelation of God's will and moral standards.
commandmentsמִצְוָה
mitsvah · Hebrew Noun
Divine instructions, laws, or ordinances given by God to govern the life, conduct, and worship of His people.
offspringזֶרַע
zera' · Hebrew Noun
Descendants or children; often used in the Bible to signify the legacy and future generations of a person.
uprightיָשָׁר
yashar · Hebrew Adjective/Noun
Those who are morally upright, straight, and honest; they walk in accordance with God's law and maintain integrity in their conduct.
righteousnessצְדָקָה
tsedaqah · Hebrew Noun
Right conduct or virtue that aligns with God's character and standard; it includes both a legal standing before God and the practical, outward manifestation of godly living.
Lightאוֹר
'owr · Hebrew Noun
A metaphorical image representing salvation, revelation, truth, and the presence of God that penetrates the ignorance or misery of sin and suffering.
graciousחַנּוּן
channun · Hebrew Adjective
Displaying kindness, favor, and goodwill, often to those who do not deserve it; it is a core attribute of God reflected in the lives of His people.
mercifulרַחוּם
rachum · Hebrew Adjective
Showing compassion, pity, or tender care; it describes one who is moved by the distress of others to act with kindness.
justiceמִשְׁפָּט
mishpat · Hebrew Noun
The quality of acting according to ethical standards, truth, and impartiality; it involves rendering to others what is due and acting fairly in all relationships.
righteousצַדִּיק
tsaddiq · Hebrew Adjective/Noun
Refers to those who are justified before God through faith, characterized by moral integrity, obedience to His law, and alignment with His will. In a biblical context, righteousness is not merely human effort but a state of being brought about by a right relationship with God.
movedמוֹט
mot · Hebrew Verb
Refers to the state of being unshaken, stable, or secure in one's standing before God or in one's circumstances. It often implies perseverance in faithfulness despite trials or external pressures.
LORDיְהוָה
YHWH · Hebrew Noun
Refers to the covenant name of God in the Old Testament, signifying His self-existence, eternal nature, and faithful presence with His people. It is the name through which God reveals His redemptive character.
heartלֵבָב
lebab · Hebrew Noun
A metaphorical way of describing the inner life—the seat of intellect, emotion, will, and moral decision-making. It is the core of human personality that determines one's response to God and truth.
firm/steadyסָמַךְ
samak · Hebrew Verb/Adjective
Describes a mind or spirit that is securely established, fixed, or anchored. In a biblical context, it implies a stability that comes from relying on God rather than changing circumstances.
trustingבָּטַח
batach · Hebrew Verb
A Hebrew term for the state of relying on or seeking refuge in God. It conveys a sense of confident dependence on His character, promises, and power.
steadyסָמַךְ
samak · Hebrew Adjective/Participle
Refers to a state of being secure, established, or unwavering, especially in the face of fear or spiritual opposition. It signifies a person who is anchored in the truth of God.
adversariesצַר
tsar · Hebrew Noun
Refers to enemies or opponents who resist God and His people. Biblically, they represent those who stand in opposition to the righteous life and the kingdom of God.
distributed freelyפָּזַר
pazar · Hebrew Verb
Refers to the act of showing generosity or providing for the needy, reflecting the character of God who cares for the poor. It is often linked to the outward expression of a righteous life.
righteousnessצְדָקָה
tsedaqah · Hebrew Noun
Refers to the moral and spiritual quality of justice, fairness, and conformity to God’s standard of holiness. It encompasses both a standing before God and the practical manifestation of godly living.
hornקֶרֶן
qeren · Hebrew Noun
A metaphor for strength, power, authority, and dignity. In scripture, it represents the visible display of God’s favor or the status of someone whom God has blessed or vindicated.
wickedרָשָׁע
rasha · Hebrew Noun/Adjective
Refers to those who act in defiance of God’s law, characterized by rebellion, moral failure, and a lack of reverential fear. They stand in contrast to the righteous and are ultimately destined for judgment.
desireתַּאֲוָה
ta’avah · Hebrew Noun
Refers to the deep, inner craving or ambition of a person. For the wicked, this represents their pursuit of selfish or godless outcomes, which is ultimately futile before God.
