Hebrew · H376, G1413 · unreviewed

אִישׁ תְּכָכִים

A man as an individual or a male person; often used as an adjunct to a more definite term (and in such cases frequently not expressed in translation) · a ruler or officer

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אִישׁ H376 a man as an individual or a male person; often used as an adjunct to a more definite term (and in such cases frequently not expressed in translation)
Pronunciation ish
Individual male person functioning as a foundational unit of social identity, kinship, and covenantal responsibility in Hebrew thought
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δυνάστης G1413 a ruler or officer
Pronunciation dynástēs
A ruler or potentate exercising real power, distinct from mere nominal authority or position.
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What does אִישׁ תְּכָכִים (ish tekhakim) mean in the Bible?

אִישׁ · δυνάστης is a Hebrew word meaning "one who exploits or oppresses others through power or deceit".

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Meaning

one who exploits or oppresses others through power or deceit
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