forsookנָטַשׁ
natash · Hebrew Verb
To abandon, leave, or give up. It implies a departure or withdrawal of presence, especially in a theological context regarding God leaving His people due to their rebellion.
powerעֹז
oz · Hebrew Noun
Refers to God's inherent strength, sovereignty, or the outward manifestation of His authority, often symbolized by the Ark of the Covenant in this context.
gloryתִּפְאֶרֶת
tiph’arah · Hebrew Noun
Refers to the manifestation of God's presence, majesty, and radiant holiness among His people. It is the visible weight of His character and authority.
foeצַר
tsar · Hebrew Noun
A general term for an enemy or adversary, often used in the Psalms to describe those who oppose God or His people.
his peopleעַמּוֹ
ammo · Hebrew Noun
The covenant community chosen by God. Being 'His people' signifies a unique relationship of ownership, protection, and responsibility.
wrathחֵמָה
chemah · Hebrew Noun
God's righteous, settled, and holy indignation against sin and rebellion. It is not an emotional loss of control, but a judicial response to the violation of His covenant.
heritageנַחֲלָה
nachalah · Hebrew Noun
Israel is frequently described as God's portion or 'heritage,' chosen out of love and covenantal promise to be His own special possession.
Fireאֵשׁ
esh · Hebrew Noun
Often symbolic of God's judgment or destructive power that consumes the wicked or purifies the rebellious.
priestsכֹּהֵן
kohen · Hebrew Noun
Those ordained by God to serve in the sanctuary and mediate between God and the people through offerings and intercession.
Lordאֲדֹנָי
Adonai · Hebrew Noun
The Hebrew title for the Sovereign God (Adonai), emphasizing His authority, majesty, and supreme rule over all creation and humanity.
adversariesצָרָה
tsarah · Hebrew Noun
A general term for those who oppose God or His people, often characterized by hostility, enmity, and active resistance to the divine will and kingdom.
shameכְּלִמָּה
kelimmah · Hebrew Noun
A state of deep humiliation, disgrace, or loss of honor. Biblically, it is often the result of judgment for sin or opposition to God, representing the final reversal of human pride.
rejectedמָאַס
ma'as · Hebrew Verb
The act of refusing, casting off, or setting aside someone or something, often signifying the withdrawal of divine favor or covenantal selection due to disobedience or shifting of divine purpose.
chooseבָּחַר
bachar · Hebrew Verb
To select, elect, or pick out from among others for a specific purpose or relationship. In scripture, this is the sovereign act of God choosing individuals or groups for His own holy ends.
