◄ 7150. qeriah ►
Lexicon qeriah: Tearing, rending Original Word: קְרִיאָה Part of Speech: Noun Feminine Transliteration: qriy'ah Pronunciation: keh-ree-AH Phonetic Spelling: (ker-ee-aw') Definition: Tearing, rending Meaning: a proclamation Strong's Exhaustive Concordance preaching From qara'; a proclamation -- preaching. see HEBREW qara' NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Origin from qara Definition proclamation NASB Translation proclamation (1). Brown-Driver-Briggs קְרִיאָה noun feminine proclamation; — Jonah 3:2. Topical Lexicon Word Origin: Derived from the root קָרָא (qara), meaning "to call" or "to proclaim." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: The corresponding Greek entry for the concept of proclamation is κήρυγμα (kerygma), Strong's Greek Number G2782. This term is used in the New Testament to refer to the proclamation of the gospel or the preaching of the message of Jesus Christ. Like its Hebrew counterpart, κήρυγμα emphasizes the authoritative and public nature of the message being delivered. Usage: The term קְרִיאָה is used in the context of making a public proclamation or announcement, often with a formal or official tone. It is associated with the act of calling out or declaring something to a group of people. Context: The Hebrew word קְרִיאָה (qeriah) appears in the context of public proclamations or announcements, often related to religious or civic duties. In the Old Testament, proclamations were significant in conveying divine messages, royal decrees, or communal instructions. The act of proclaiming was not merely about communication but also about establishing authority and ensuring that the message reached all intended recipients. For example, in the context of religious observance, proclamations were made to announce sacred assemblies or feasts. These announcements were crucial for ensuring that the community adhered to the prescribed times and practices as outlined in the Law. The act of proclamation was often accompanied by a sense of urgency and importance, underscoring the need for immediate attention and action. In the civic realm, proclamations could include royal edicts or public announcements concerning the welfare of the community. These proclamations were typically made by a herald or an appointed official, ensuring that the message was delivered clearly and authoritatively. The concept of קְרִיאָה underscores the importance of communication in maintaining order, conveying divine will, and ensuring communal cohesion. It highlights the role of spoken word in the ancient world as a powerful tool for governance and religious observance. Forms and Transliterations הַקְּרִיאָ֔ה הקריאה hakkeriAh haq·qə·rî·’āh haqqərî’āh Links Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel Texts Englishman's Concordance Jonah 3:2 HEB: אֵלֶ֙יהָ֙ אֶת־ הַקְּרִיאָ֔ה אֲשֶׁ֥ר אָנֹכִ֖י NAS: and proclaim to it the proclamation which KJV: and preach unto it the preaching that I bid INT: and proclaim about the proclamation which I 1 Occurrence Strong's Hebrew 7150 1 Occurrence haq·qə·rî·’āh — 1 Occ.