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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עַדH5703properly, 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)
Pronunciationʿad
Terminus point stretched into duration; signals both boundary and the perpetual advance beyond it
Open lexicon entry →μένωG3306to stay (in a given place, state, relation or expectancy)
Pronunciationménō
Abiding presence in relationship with God; enduring union rather than temporary coexistence.
Open lexicon entry →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'sH5703, G3306
Lexical occurrences51 versesSource Gloss
forever, enduring, lasting
Grammatical Forms
How this word appears across different grammatical cases and numbers.