Strong’s H5975

עָמַד

Part of speech

Verb

Transliteration

`amad

Pronunciation

ah-MAHD

Definition

To stand, remain, endure, take one's stand

Meaning

to stand, in various relations

Usage

The Hebrew verb "amad" primarily means "to stand" in a physical sense, but it extends to various contexts, including standing firm, enduring, or taking a position. It can imply a literal standing posture or a figurative stance, such as standing firm in faith or maintaining one's position in a situation. The word is used to describe both physical and metaphorical standing, including standing before God, standing in judgment, or standing in battle.

Bible references

Genesis 18:8;Genesis 18:22;Genesis 19:17;Genesis 19:27;Genesis 24:30;Genesis 24:31;Genesis 29:35;Genesis 30:9;Genesis 41:1;Genesis 41:3;Genesis 41:17;Genesis 41:46;Genesis 43:15;Genesis 45:1;Genesis 45:9;Genesis 47:7;Exodus 3:5;Exodus 8:22;Exodus 9:10;Exodus 9:11;Exodus 9:16;Exodus 9:28;Exodus 14:19;Exodus 17:6;Exodus 18:13