What does עַד · μένω mean in the Bible?
עַד · μένω is a Hebrew phrase meaning "forever, enduring, lasting".
Hebrew · H5703, G3306
עוֹלָם
Properly, a (peremptory) terminus , i.e. (by implication) duration , in the sense of advance or perpetuity (substantially as a noun, either with or without a preposition) · to stay (in a given place, state, relation or expectancy)
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עַד H5703 properly, a (peremptory) terminus , i.e. (by implication) duration , in the sense of advance or perpetuity (substantially as a noun, either with or without a preposition)
Pronunciation ʿad
Terminus point stretched into duration; signals both boundary and the perpetual advance beyond it
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μένω G3306 to stay (in a given place, state, relation or expectancy)
Pronunciation ménō
Abiding presence in relationship with God; enduring union rather than temporary coexistence.
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What does עוֹלָם (olam) mean in the Bible?
עַד · μένω is a Hebrew phrase meaning "forever, enduring, lasting".
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How many biblical occurrences are listed for H5703, G3306?
H5703, G3306 is connected to 51 lexical occurrence verses in the lexicon data.
Evidence Summary
Hebrew phrase. forever, enduring, lasting
Strong's H5703, G3306
Lexical occurrences 51 verses Source Gloss
forever, enduring, lasting
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MorphGNT Strong's Dictionary XML — CC0 1.0 Public Domain
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