Isaiah 26:3 — Word Study
WLCיֵ֣צֶר סָמ֔וּךְ תִּצֹּ֖ר שָׁל֣וֹם׀ שָׁל֑וֹם כִּ֥י בְךָ֖ בָּטֽוּחַ׃
BSAYou will keepnâtsar▸ [preserve, watch over] in perfect peaceshâlôwm [complete, wellness, shalom, harmony] the steadfastçâmak [unwavering, firm] of mindyêtser [intention, thoughts] becausekîy he trustsbâṭach [the one who is trusting, has confidence, faith]
| Greek | English | Parsing |
|---|---|---|
| יֵ֣צֶר | an inclination | Noun common, masculine singular absolute |
| סָמ֔וּךְ | firm | Verb, Qal, participle (passive) masculine singular |
| תִּצֹּ֖ר | you will keep | Verb, Qal, imperfect second person masculine singular |
| שָׁל֣וֹם׀ | peace | Noun common, masculine singular absolute |
| שָׁל֑וֹם | peace | Noun common, masculine singular absolute |
| כִּ֥י | for | Particle |
| בְךָ֖ | in you | Preposition, suffix |
| בָּטֽוּחַ׃ | [he is] trusting | Noun common, masculine singular absolute |
Every word in the verse. Click a row to open it in the panel on the left.
| BSB | You will keep in perfect peace the steadfast of mind, because he trusts in You. |
| KJV | Thou wilt keep him in perfect peace, whose mind is stayed on thee: because he trusteth in thee. |
| ASV | Thou wilt keep him in perfect peace, whose mind is stayed on thee; because he trusteth in thee. |
| YLT | An imagination supported Thou fortifiest peace — peace! For in Thee it is confident. |
| WEB | You will keep whoever’s mind is steadfast in perfect peace, because he trusts in you. |
| BBE | The man whose heart is unmoved you will keep in peace, because his hope is in you. |
Where they part company is שָׁל֣וֹם — see How Translations Differ.
The sentence has one main clause with a subordinate causal clause explaining the reason for the peace.







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Deep Study — Isaiah 26:3
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Context — God's Promise of Peacegenerated
Isaiah 26:3 assures that those who remain steadfast in their thoughts and trust in God will experience perfect peace. This verse emphasizes the connection between faith and the tranquility that comes from relying on God's strength. The surrounding verses highlight the righteousness of those who enter God's presence and the eternal nature of His support, as seen in Isaiah 26:4.
Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Isaiah 9:6–7 | For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given, and the government will be upon His shoulders. And He will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. |
| 2 | Isaiah 57:19–21 | bringing praise to their lips. Peace, peace to those far and near,” says the LORD, “and I will heal them.” |
| 3 | Psalm 85:7–8 | Show us Your loving devotion, O LORD, and grant us Your salvation. |
| 4 | Micah 5:5 | And He will be our peace when Assyria invades our land and tramples our citadels. We will raise against it seven shepherds, even eight leaders of men. |
| 5 | John 14:27 | Peace I leave with you; My peace I give to you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled; do not be afraid. |
The Treasury of Scripture Knowledge — 18 references, hung on the phrase they belong to
The Key Word — יֵ֣צֶר, Ye.tzergenerated
The word יֵ֣צֶר (ye.tzer) refers to intention or thoughts, derived from a root meaning 'to form.' It encompasses both physical shapes, like those created by a potter, and the mental frameworks of human intention. This duality illustrates how our thoughts shape our actions and experiences.
In this verse, it highlights the importance of a steadfast mind, indicating that those who maintain a firm intention towards God can expect His peace. The concept of יֵ֣צֶר is foundational in understanding how our inner thoughts influence our spiritual state.
How Translations Differ — measured against the Berean Standard Biblegenerated
This study reads the verse in the Berean Standard Bible, so the BSB is the wording every comparison below is made against.
Sentence Structuregenerated
The main verb of the verse is תִּצֹּ֖ר (ti.Tzor), meaning 'you will keep.' It governs the noun phrases that follow, describing what is kept and under what conditions. The structure emphasizes the relationship between God's action and the state of the mind of those who trust in Him.
The sentence begins with the verb, followed by the subject and the conditions of peace, which highlights the assurance of God's protection for those who remain steadfast in their faith.
Septuagint Backgroundgenerated
The Septuagint translates תִּצֹּ֖ר as ἀντιλαμβανόμενος (antilambanomenos), which means 'taking hold of' or 'supporting.' This choice indicates a more active role of God in sustaining the faithful, suggesting a dynamic relationship between God and those who trust in Him.
The translation of שָׁל֣וֹם as εἰρήνην (eirēnēn) aligns with the Hebrew meaning of peace, but the Greek word carries connotations of tranquility and harmony, which enriches the understanding of the peace promised.
In plain words — the whole versegenerated
Isaiah 26:3 tells us that God will keep in perfect peace those who have steadfast minds because they trust in Him. This verse emphasizes the importance of trusting God to experience true peace.
Frequently Asked Questionsgenerated
A steadfast mind refers to a focused and unwavering intention towards God, trusting in His guidance and support.
Trusting in God allows individuals to rely on His strength and goodness, which brings about a sense of peace amidst life's challenges.
The word 'peace' encompasses completeness, wellness, and harmony, indicating that God's peace is holistic and affects all aspects of life.
Cultivating a steadfast mind involves regular prayer, meditation on God's word, and consciously choosing to trust in His promises.
Reflection Questionsgenerated
- In what areas of my life do I need to trust God more fully to experience His peace?
- How can I develop a steadfast mind that remains focused on God amidst distractions?
- What practices can help me maintain my trust in God during difficult times?
- How do I see God's peace manifesting in my life or the lives of those around me?
Commentators on this verse — 8 expositors, verse by verse
Each of these wrote on Isaiah 26:3 itself, not merely on the chapter around it.
John Gill1697–1771Gill's Exposition of the Entire BibleThou wilt keep [him] in perfect peace,.... Peace with God in Christ through his blood, in a way of believing, and as the fruit and effect of his righteousness being received by faith; this is not
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Robert Jamieson1802–1880Jamieson, Fausset, and Brown's CommentaryThou wilt keep him in perfect peace, whose mind is stayed on thee: because he trusteth in thee.
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Matthew Poole1624–1679Matthew Poole's Commentary on the Holy BibleHeb. The fixed thought or mind (i.e. the man whose mind and thoughts are fixed and settled upon thee by faith as the next clause explains it, the qualifications being put for the person so qualified, as folly and wisdom are put for a fool and a wise man, , and peace for a man of peace, ) thou wilt keep in peace, peace, i.e. in all manner of peace, in constant and perfect peace. In the foregoing verse the righteous were admitted into the city, and here they were preserved and defended in it by God’ s almighty power.
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John Trapp1601–1669Trapp's Complete Commentary on the Old and New TestamentsIsaiah 26:3 Thou wilt keep [him] in perfect peace, [whose] mind [is] stayed [on thee]: because he trusteth in thee.Ver. 3. Thou wilt keep him in perfect peace.] Heb., Peace, peace - that is, a multiplied peace with God, with himself, and with others; or a renewed, continued peace, or a perfect, sheer, pure peace, as one senseth it. What the old translator here meaneth by his Vetus error abiit, is hard to say. An excellent description of true saving faith may be taken from this text; and Mr Bolton maketh mention of a poor distressed soul relieved by fastening steadfastly in his last sickness on these sweet words, saying that God had graciously made them fully good to him. Because he trusteth…
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Charles John Ellicott1819–1905Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers(3) Thou wilt keep him in perfect peace.—The italics show that the English version is made up with several interpolated words. More literally, and more impressively, we read, Thou establishest a purpose firm; peace, peace, for in Thee is his trust. Completeness is expressed, as elsewhere, in the form of iteration. No adjectives can add to the fulness of the meaning of the noun.
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AdamClarkeAdam Clarke's Commentary on the BibleVerse 3. In perfect peace] שלום שלום shalom, shalom, "peace, peace," i.e., peace upon peace - all kinds of prosperity - happiness in this world and in the world to come. Because he trusteth in thee - "Because they have trusted in thee"] So the Chaldee, בטחו betacho. The Syriac and Vulgate read בטחנו batachnu, "we have trusted." Schroeder, Gram. Heb. p. 360, explains the present reading בטוח batuach, impersonally, confisum est.
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CambridgeThe Cambridge Bible for Schools and Colleges3. A stricter rendering might be: A steadfast disposition thou guardest in constant peace (lit. “peace, peace”), for it is trustful towards thee (see R.V. marg.). The word for “disposition” is elsewhere translated “imagination” (e.g. Genesis 6:5; Genesis 8:21). Literally it means a “thing formed” (as in ch. Isaiah 29:16), and thus may be used tropically either of that which is formed by the mind (imagination) or (as here) of the constitution of the mind itself,—the inclination or character.
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Albert Barnes1798–1870Barnes' Notes on the BibleThou wilt keep him - The following verses to Isaiah 26:11, contain moral and religious reflections, and seem designed to indicate the resignation evinced by the ‘righteous nation’ during their long afflictions.
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Modern formal
You will keep in perfect peace the steadfast of mind, because he trusts in You.
You will keep whoever’s mind is steadfast in perfect peace, because he trusts in you.
You will keep in perfect peace the steadfast of mind, because he trusts in You.
You keep completely safe the people who maintain their faith, for they trust in you.
Tyndale line
Thou wilt keep him in perfect peace, whose mind is stayed on thee: because he trusteth in thee.
Thou wilt keep him in perfect peace, whose mind is stayed on thee; because he trusteth in thee.
Thou wilt keep him in perfect peace, whose mind is stayed on thee: because he trusteth in thee.
Thou wilt keep him in perfect peace, whose mind is stayed on thee : because he trusteth in thee.
By an assured purpose wilt thou preserue perfite peace, because they trusted in thee.
Strictly literal
Thou wilt keep in perfect peace the mind stayed [on thee], for he confideth in thee.
An imagination supported Thou fortifiest peace — peace! For in Thee it is confident.
You keep [him] in peace [whose] imagination [is] stayed—peace! For he is confident in You.
The confiding mind wilt thou keep in perfect peace; because he trusteth in thee.
The mind that is stayed on you, you will keep him in perfect peace, for he trusts in you.
From the Latin
The old error is passed away: thou wilt keep peace: peace, because we have hoped in thee.
Simplified
You will keep in complete peace those who keep their minds focused on you, because they trust in you.
The man whose heart is unmoved you will keep in peace, because his hope is in you.
Counted from the translations carried on this site, not from a survey of every English Bible. A rendering shared by many versions is usually inherited rather than independently arrived at — the Tyndale line in particular runs through most of them.
The sentence as the grammar sees it — from the MACULA Hebrew treebank
This is not our own analysis: it is the scholarly syntax tree for the verse, showing how the clause actually holds together.
Boxes are the grammarian's groupings — clause, noun phrase, prepositional phrase.
The four witnesses to this verse — Masoretic, Septuagint, Samaritan, Qumran
The Masoretic Text reads יֵ֣צֶר סָמ֔וּךְ תִּצֹּ֖ר שָׁל֣וֹם׀ שָׁל֑וֹם כִּ֥י בְךָ֖ בָּטֽוּחַ׃, while the Septuagint matches 4 of the 8 words. The Dead Sea Scrolls show some variations, with certain words restored and others supplied by editors, but they generally agree with the Masoretic Text.
יֵ֣צֶר סָמ֔וּךְ תִּצֹּ֖ר שָׁל֣וֹם׀ שָׁל֑וֹם כִּ֥י בְךָ֖ בָּטֽוּחַ׃
4 of the 8 words are matched. This is the word-by-word correspondence, not the Septuagint's own sentence — its word order and its articles are its own.
[יצר] [סמוך] [תצר] שלום שלום כי ב׳ך בטוח
4 words on the leather — 1 partly restored, 3 supplied entire by an editor.
[יצר] [סמוך] [תצר] [שלום] [שלום] [כי] [ב׳ך] [בטוח]
nothing on the leather here — 8 supplied entire by an editor.
יצר סמוך [תצר] [שלום] [שלום] [כיא] ב׳כה בטוח
2 words on the leather — 2 partly restored, 4 supplied entire by an editor.
יצר סמוך תצר שלום שלום כי ב׳כה
7 words of the verse are on this fragment. The rest of the verse is not on it.
Four traditions, not one. “On the leather” means the letters physically survive on the scroll, as against letters an editor has supplied to fill a hole in it — a restoration is a scholar’s reading, not a reading of the manuscript. Words in [square brackets] are supplied; the notes count them apart from what survives.
The map of this verse — what each word keeps company with
This is a map of two things, both counted rather than judged. Company kept: which words stand within three words of each of these, anywhere in the Hebrew Bible — the thicker the line, the more often the pair meet compared with chance. Built from: the words a word is made out of, taken from its own Strong’s entry. It is not a map of meaning: nothing here claims two words mean the same thing. Click any circle to see the numbers behind it.
Lexicons — every word in Isaiah 26:3
One dossier per word, with every reference work grouped by kind — Hebrew lexicons, morphology, Bible dictionaries, topical chains and the English of the translators themselves. The verse sits at the head of each block with the word under study lit, so you never lose your place. The panel above gives the short answer; this is the long one, and it is the part of the page worth indexing.
Every entry below is the lexicographer's own text. On the Hebrew: Brown-Driver-Briggs entire and its gloss set, Strong's Hebrew Dictionary, and Tyndale House's Translators Brief lexicon. Where a cell says a work has no entry, that work genuinely has none for this word.
יֵ֫צֶר (yetser) refers to a concept of form, framing, or purpose, often associated with creation or intention. It can denote physical forms like pottery or graven images, as well as abstract ideas such as imagination and purpose. The word is built from the root meaning 'to form' and covers both tangible and intellectual frameworks.
יֵ֫צֶר n.m. form, framing, purpose
pottery, formed by the potter
form of a graven image
form of man as made on the dust
of what is framed in the mind
base
H3336 יֵ֫צֶר form, framing, purpose
3336 yetser yay'-tser
from 3335; a form; figuratively, conception (i.e.
purpose):--frame, thing framed, imagination, mind, work.
see HEBREW for 03335
יֵ֫צֶר (ye.tser) — intention.
1) form, framing, purpose, framework
1a) form
1a1) pottery
1a2) graven image
1a3) man (as formed from the dust)
1b) purpose, imagination, device (intellectual framework)
N-ms — Noun common · masculine singular absoluteHNcmsa
סָמַךְ (samakh) is a Hebrew verb meaning to lean, lay, rest, or support. It encompasses various actions such as propping up, sustaining, and bracing oneself. The word appears in different forms, including Qal, Niphal, and Piel, indicating different nuances of support and sustenance. Notably, it is used in contexts that can be both favorable and unfavorable.
סָמַךְ 48 vb. lean, lay, rest, support
Qal 41
lean or lay hand upon
intrans. thy wrath hath rested upon me
support, uphold, sustain
Niph. reflex. support, or brace oneself
Pi. sustain (refresh, revive) me with raisin-cakes.
base
H5564 סָמַךְ lean, lay, rest, support
5564 camak saw-mak'
a primitive root; to prop (literally or figuratively);
reflexively, to lean upon or take hold of (in a favorable or
unfavorable sense):--bear up, establish, (up-)hold, lay,
lean, lie hard, put, rest self, set self, stand fast, stay
(self), sustain.
סָמַךְ (sa.makh) — to support.
1) to lean, lay, rest, support, put, uphold, lean upon
1a) (Qal)
1a1) to lean or lay upon, rest upon, lean against
1a2) to support, uphold, sustain
1b) (Niphal) to support or brace oneself
1c) (Piel) to sustain, refresh, revive
V-Qal-Inf-c — Verb · Qal · participle (passive) masculine singularHVqsmsa
נָצַר (natsar) is a Hebrew verb meaning to watch, guard, or keep. It encompasses a range of actions including protecting, preserving, and observing, as well as concealing or keeping secret. The entries suggest both positive and negative connotations, such as guarding from danger or hiding something. The term can also refer to a watchman.
[נָצַר] vb. watch, guard, keep;—Qal
Watch, guard, keep
Guard from dangers, preserve
Guard with fidelity, keep, observe
Guard, keep secret
Keep close, blockaded
base
H5341 נָצַר watch, guard, keep . Watch, guard, keep
. Guard from dangers, preserve
. Guard with fidelity, keep, observe
. Guard, keep secret
. Keep close, blockaded
5341 natsar naw-tsar'
a primitive root; to guard, in a good sense (to protect,
maintain, obey, etc.) or a bad one (to conceal, etc.):--
besieged, hidden thing, keep(-er, -ing), monument, observe,
preserve(-r), subtil, watcher(-man).
נָצַר (na.tsar) — to watch.
1) to guard, watch, watch over, keep
1a) (Qal)
1a1) to watch, guard, keep
1a2) to preserve, guard from dangers
1a3) to keep, observe, guard with fidelity
1a4) to guard, keep secret
1a5) to be kept close, be blockaded
1a6) watchman (participle)
V-Qal-Imperf-2ms — Verb · Qal · imperfect second person masculine singularHVqi2ms
שָׁלוֹם (shalom) conveys a range of meanings including completeness, soundness, welfare, and peace. It can refer to physical safety and health, as well as emotional states like tranquility and friendship, particularly in human relationships and with God. The word is derived from a root meaning 'to be complete' and is used in various contexts, including greetings.
שָׁלוֹם 237 n.m. completeness, soundness, welfare, peace
completeness in no.
safety, soundness, in body
welfare, health, prosperity
peace, quiet, tranquility, contentment
peace, friendship
peace from war
as adj. those at peace with him
base
H7965 שָׁלוֹם completeness, soundness, welfare, peace
7965 shalowm shaw-lome'
or shalom {shaw-lome'}; from 7999; safe, i.e. (figuratively)
well, happy, friendly; also (abstractly) welfare, i.e. health,
prosperity, peace:--X do, familiar, X fare, favour, + friend,
X great, (good) health, (X perfect, such as be at)
peace(-able, -ably), prosper(-ity, -ous), rest, safe(-ty),
salute, welfare, (X all is, be) well, X wholly.
see HEBREW for 07999
שָׁלוֹם (sha.lom) — peace.
: peace
1) completeness, soundness, welfare, peace
1a) completeness (in number)
1b) safety, soundness (in body)
1c) welfare, health, prosperity
1d) peace, quiet, tranquillity, contentment
1e) peace, friendship
1e1) of human relationships
1e2) with God especially in covenant relationship
1f) peace (from war)
1g) peace (as adjective)
שָׁלוֹם (ye.ho.vah sha.lom) — Peace.
This name means completeness, peace
Another name of ye.ho.vah (יהוה "LORD" H3068G)
שָׁלוֹם (sha.lom) — peace: well-being.
: well-being
1) completeness, soundness, welfare, peace
1a) completeness (in number)
1b) safety, soundness (in body)
1c) welfare, health, prosperity
1d) peace, quiet, tranquillity, contentment
1e) peace, friendship
1e1) of human relationships
1e2) with God especially in covenant relationship
1f) peace (from war)
1g) peace (as adjective)
N-ms — Noun common · masculine singular absoluteHNcmsa
pes (shalom; eirene):
1. In the Old Testament:
Is a condition of freedom from disturbance, whether outwardly, as of a nation from war or enemies, or inwardly, within the soul. The Hebrew word is shalom (both adjective and substantive), meaning, primarily, "soundness," "health," but coming also to signify "prosperity," well-being in general, all good in relation to both man and God. In early times, to a people harassed by foes, peace was the primary blessing. In Ps 122:7, we have "peace" and "prosperity," and in 35:27; 73:3, shalom is translated "prosperity." In 2Sa 11:7 the King James Version, David asked of Uriah "how Joab did" (margin "of the peace of Joab"), "and how the people did (the Revised Version (British and American) "fared," literally, "of the peace of the people"), and…
שָׁלוֹם (shalom) conveys a range of meanings including completeness, soundness, welfare, and peace. It can refer to physical safety and health, as well as emotional states like tranquility and friendship, particularly in human relationships and with God. The word is derived from a root meaning 'to be complete' and is used in various contexts, including greetings.
שָׁלוֹם 237 n.m. completeness, soundness, welfare, peace
completeness in no.
safety, soundness, in body
welfare, health, prosperity
peace, quiet, tranquility, contentment
peace, friendship
peace from war
as adj. those at peace with him
base
H7965 שָׁלוֹם completeness, soundness, welfare, peace
7965 shalowm shaw-lome'
or shalom {shaw-lome'}; from 7999; safe, i.e. (figuratively)
well, happy, friendly; also (abstractly) welfare, i.e. health,
prosperity, peace:--X do, familiar, X fare, favour, + friend,
X great, (good) health, (X perfect, such as be at)
peace(-able, -ably), prosper(-ity, -ous), rest, safe(-ty),
salute, welfare, (X all is, be) well, X wholly.
see HEBREW for 07999
שָׁלוֹם (sha.lom) — peace.
: peace
1) completeness, soundness, welfare, peace
1a) completeness (in number)
1b) safety, soundness (in body)
1c) welfare, health, prosperity
1d) peace, quiet, tranquillity, contentment
1e) peace, friendship
1e1) of human relationships
1e2) with God especially in covenant relationship
1f) peace (from war)
1g) peace (as adjective)
שָׁלוֹם (ye.ho.vah sha.lom) — Peace.
This name means completeness, peace
Another name of ye.ho.vah (יהוה "LORD" H3068G)
שָׁלוֹם (sha.lom) — peace: well-being.
: well-being
1) completeness, soundness, welfare, peace
1a) completeness (in number)
1b) safety, soundness (in body)
1c) welfare, health, prosperity
1d) peace, quiet, tranquillity, contentment
1e) peace, friendship
1e1) of human relationships
1e2) with God especially in covenant relationship
1f) peace (from war)
1g) peace (as adjective)
HNcmsa — Noun common · masculine singular absoluteHNcmsa
pes (shalom; eirene):
1. In the Old Testament:
Is a condition of freedom from disturbance, whether outwardly, as of a nation from war or enemies, or inwardly, within the soul. The Hebrew word is shalom (both adjective and substantive), meaning, primarily, "soundness," "health," but coming also to signify "prosperity," well-being in general, all good in relation to both man and God. In early times, to a people harassed by foes, peace was the primary blessing. In Ps 122:7, we have "peace" and "prosperity," and in 35:27; 73:3, shalom is translated "prosperity." In 2Sa 11:7 the King James Version, David asked of Uriah "how Joab did" (margin "of the peace of Joab"), "and how the people did (the Revised Version (British and American) "fared," literally, "of the peace of the people"), and…
כִּי (ki) is a conjunction primarily meaning 'that,' 'for,' or 'when.' It indicates causal relationships and can express conditions like 'if' or 'though.' The word is versatile, appearing in various contexts to convey certainty, exception, or concession. Notably, it can combine with other particles to modify its meaning, such as in the phrase כִּי אם־ (ki im), meaning 'that if.'
כִּי conj. that, for, when
that
Of time, when, of the past
elsewhere כִּי has a force approximating to if, though it usu. represents a case as more likely to occur than אִם
when or if, with a concessive force, i.e. though
Because, since
base
כִּי אם־
each part. retaining its independent force, and relating to a different clause:
that if
for if
(About 140 t.) the two particles being closely conjoined, and relating to the same clause—
limiting the prec. clause, except
the if being neglected, and treated as pleonastic, so that the clause is no longer a limitation of the preceding clause but a contradiction of it: but rather, but
after an oath, surely
base
כִּי עַל כֵּן forasmuch as
base
H3588a כִּי that, for, when . that
. . Of time, when, of the past
. elsewhere כִּי has a force approximating to if, though it usu. represents a case as more likely to occur than אִם
. when or if, with a concessive force, i.e. though
. Because, since
H3588b כִּי אם־ . each part. retaining its independent force, and relating to a different clause: . that if
. for if
. (About 140 t.) the two particles being closely conjoined, and relating to the same clause— . limiting the prec. clause, except
. the if being neglected, and treated as pleonastic, so that the clause is no longer a limitation of the preceding clause but a contradiction of it: but rather, but
. after an oath, surely
H3588c כִּי עַל כֵּן forasmuch as
3588 kiy kee
a primitive particle (the full form of the prepositional
prefix) indicating causal relations of all kinds, antecedent
or consequent; (by implication) very widely used as a relative
conjunction or adverb (as below); often largely modified by
other particles annexed:--and, + (forasmuch, inasmuch,
where-)as, assured(-ly), + but, certainly, doubtless, + else,
even, + except, for, how, (because, in, so, than) that, +
nevertheless, now, rightly, seeing, since, surely, then,
therefore, + (al- )though, + till, truly, + until, when,
whether, while, whom, yea, yet.
כִּי (ki) — for.
1) that, for, because, when, as though, as, because that, but, then, certainly, except, surely, since
1a) that
1a1) yea, indeed
1b) when (of time)
1b1) when, if, though (with a concessive force)
1c) because, since (causal connection)
1d) but (after negative)
1e) that if, for if, indeed if, for though, but if
1f) but rather, but
1g) except that
1h) only, nevertheless
1i) surely
1j) that is
1k) but if
1l) for though
1m) forasmuch as, for therefore
כִּי [אם] (ki im) — that if: except.
1) except if
1a) but if
1b) even though
כִּי [עַל כֵּן] (ki [al ken]) — for as that: since.
1) that, for, because, when, as though, as, because that, but, then, certainly, except, surely, since
1a) that
1a1) yea, indeed
1b) when (of time)
1b1) when, if, though (with a concessive force)
1c) because, since (causal connection)
1d) but (after negative)
Conj — ParticleHTc
for (ki (conjunction), le, from 'el (preposition), and various other words. In the New Testament also the words are various, chiefly gar, kai gar, hoti (conjunctions); anti apo eis dia (accusative), epi (dative and accusative), peri (genitive), pros (genitive and accusative), huper (genitive) (prepositions)): the English Revised Version and the American Standard Revised Version give in many cases more literal or more accurate renderings than those in the King James Version.
In the New Testament the most important preps. from a doctrinal point of view are anti, "face to face," "over against," "instead," "on behalf of," peri, "around," "about," "concerning," huper, "over," "on behalf of." The first has been claimed as stating the substitutionary nature of Christ's sacrifice as contrasted with huper and peri, more frequently used of it. But, although anti in the New Testament often means…
ךָּ (ka) — you.
Personal object pronoun - suffix for propositions and verbs without an object: 2nd person masculine singular
HR/Sp2ms — Preposition · suffixHR/Sp2ms
בָּטַח (batach) is a Hebrew verb meaning to trust or have confidence. It conveys a sense of security and boldness, both in a personal sense and when causing others to feel secure. The entries indicate its use in different forms, such as Qal and Hiphil, covering aspects of trust and confidence.
בָּטַח vb. trust
Qal
trust
be confident
Hiph. cause to trust, make secure
base
H982 בָּטַח trust . trust
. be confident
982 batach baw-takh'
a primitive root; properly, to hie for refuge (but not so
precipitately as 2620); figuratively, to trust, be confident
or sure:--be bold (confident, secure, sure), careless (one,
woman), put confidence, (make to) hope, (put, make to) trust.
see HEBREW for 02620
בָּטַח (ba.tach) — to trust.
1) to trust
1a) (Qal)
1a1) to trust, trust in
1a2) to have confidence, be confident
1a3) to be bold
1a4) to be secure
1b) (Hiphil)
1b1) to cause to trust, make secure
2) (TWOT) to feel safe, be careless
V-Qal-Inf-c — Noun common · masculine singular absoluteHNcmsa
